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PHILADELPHIA NATIVIST RIOT. An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats
PHILADELPHIA NATIVIST RIOT.
An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats, battling the state militia in a riot in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1844. Contemporary lithograph
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Media ID 12322322
1844 American Indian Anti Catholicism Battle Beaver Beaver Hat Costume Know Nothing Militia Militiaman Nativist Northeast Philadelphia Rifle Riot Southwark State Streetlight Troop
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Bring history to life with Media Storehouse's Photographic Prints featuring the provocative image of the Philadelphia Nativist Riot. Witness the intense clash between an anti-Catholic Native American mob, donning tall beaver hats, and the state militia in this gripping 1844 lithograph from Granger Art on Demand. This captivating print is not just a work of art, but a window into the past, providing a unique insight into American history. Order your Philadelphia Nativist Riot Photographic Print today and add a touch of history to your home or office decor.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 21.7cm (14.8" x 8.5")
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph captures a pivotal moment in American history - the infamous Philadelphia Nativist Riot of 1844. In this chaotic scene, an anti-Catholic Native American mob clashes with the state militia on the streets of Philadelphia. The image showcases the distinctive attire worn by these rioters, who don tall beaver hats as they engage in battle. The lithograph offers a glimpse into the fervent anti-immigrant sentiment that gripped parts of America during this time. Known as "Know-Nothings" these nativist groups harbored deep-seated prejudices against Catholics and immigrants, particularly those from Ireland and Germany. The riot itself was sparked by tensions between native-born Protestants and Irish Catholic immigrants over control of local institutions such as schools and churches. Amidst the chaos, we see a diverse crowd gathered on both sides - militiamen armed with rifles facing off against members of the mob. The street is illuminated by a lone streetlight, casting eerie shadows on this tumultuous scene. This print serves as a reminder of our nation's complex past, where religious intolerance clashed with notions of freedom and equality. It invites us to reflect upon how far we have come since then while acknowledging that there is still work to be done in fostering inclusivity and understanding among different communities within our society.
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