Photographic Print : Plague take it! Why doesn t it stay down when I hit it?
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Plague take it! Why doesn t it stay down when I hit it?
Plague take it! Why doesn t it stay down when I hit it?. Illustration shows President Taft standing behind a chair on which a diminutive George W. Wickersham is standing and using a stick labeled Sherman Law to beat a toy labeled Monopoly that is on a table and shows a wealthy businessman holding money bags and sitting in a bowl. Hanging on the wall is a Sectional View of the toy showing that it is weighted at the bottom with High Protection, stating The Reason Why it doesn t stay down when Wickersham hits it. Date 1911 November 8. Plague take it! Why doesn t it stay down when I hit it?. Illustration shows President Taft standing behind a chair on which a diminutive George W. Wickersham is standing and using a stick labeled Sherman Law to beat a toy labeled Monopoly that is on a table and shows a wealthy businessman holding money bags and sitting in a bowl. Hanging on the wall is a Sectional View of the toy showing that it is weighted at the bottom with High Protection, stating The Reason Why it doesn t stay down when Wickersham hits it. Date 1911 November 8
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15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Discover the captivating "Plague take it! Why doesn't it stay down when I hit it?" print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring this iconic illustration from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the historic moment as President Taft attempts to tame the mischievous George Washington, who refuses to stay seated in this humorous and intriguing image. Bring a unique touch of history and humor to your home or office with this exquisitely printed photograph. Each Media Storehouse print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting display. Add this captivating piece to your collection today and let the story behind the image be the talk of the town.
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 Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Plague Take It! Why Doesn't It Stay Down, George? - A Satirical Take on the Sherman Antitrust Act and Monopolies, 1911" This illustration, published on November 8, 1911, offers a humorous commentary on the ongoing debates surrounding monopolies and the role of antitrust laws in regulating them. The image features President William Howard Taft standing behind a chair, with Attorney General George W. Wickersham standing on it and attempting to hit a toy labeled "Monopoly" with a stick labeled "Sherman Law." The Monopoly toy, in turn, is depicted as a wealthy businessman sitting in a bowl and holding money bags. Hanging on the wall is a sectional view of the toy, revealing that it is weighted at the bottom with the label "High Protection - The Reason Why it doesn't stay down when Wickersham hits it." The illustration is a clever play on words, with the phrase "Plague Take It!" likely referring to the frustration and exasperation felt by those trying to regulate monopolies and the seemingly unyielding nature of these powerful business entities. The use of the Sherman Antitrust Act as a weapon to "beat down" the Monopoly toy symbolizes the government's efforts to enforce antitrust laws and prevent monopolies from dominating industries. However, the weighted Monopoly toy, with its label "High Protection," highlights the challenges faced by antitrust enforcers in dismantling these powerful business structures. The illustration serves as a reminder of the ongoing debates and tensions surrounding monopolies and antitrust laws during this period in American history.
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