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The modern Danae and the golden rain
The modern Danaae and the golden rain. Richard Boss Croker lying on bed map of New York and Thomas Collier Platt kneeling alongside and catching coins in pan dropping from cloud bribery. Date 1899 Sept. 13. The modern Danae and the golden rain. Richard Boss Croker lying on bed map of New York and Thomas Collier Platt kneeling alongside and catching coins in pan dropping from cloud bribery. Date 1899 Sept. 13
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This intriguing photograph, titled "The modern Danae and the golden rain," depicts two prominent political figures of the late 19th century, Richard Boss Croker and Thomas Collier Platt, engaged in an unusual and humorous scene. The image, dated September 13, 1899, draws inspiration from the Greek myth of Danae and the golden rain. In the myth, Danae, a princess, was sealed in a bronze chamber by her father to prevent the prophecy of her son, Perseus, from coming true. One day, Zeus visited her in the form of golden rain, and she gave birth to Perseus. In this modern interpretation, Boss Croker, lying on a map of New York City, represents Danae, while Platt, kneeling beside him and catching coins in a pan, symbolizes Zeus. The coins raining down from the cloud above are likely a reference to the widespread corruption and bribery that permeated politics during this era. The cartoonish style of the photograph, with its exaggerated expressions and poses, adds to the lighthearted and satirical tone. Boss Croker was a powerful political boss in New York City, while Platt was a U.S. Senator from New York. Their friendship was well-known, and they were often depicted in the media engaging in various escapades. This photograph, with its playful take on a classic myth, showcases their camaraderie and the colorful political climate of the time.
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