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Cartoon depicting The American Gold Fields for Impecunious British Noblemen
1129590 Cartoon depicting The American Gold Fields for Impecunious British Noblemen, 1880 (litho) by Opper, Frederick Burr (1857-1937); Collection of the New-York Historical Society, USA; eNew York Historical Society; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22212242
© New York Historical Society / Bridgeman Images
Arriving Digging Economic Escape Fields Greed Moneybag Noblemen Search Spade Moneybags
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This cartoon print, titled "Cartoon depicting The American Gold Fields for Impecunious British Noblemen" takes us back to the year 1880. Created by Frederick Burr Opper, a renowned American artist, this lithograph is now part of the esteemed collection at the New-York Historical Society in the USA. The image presents a humorous and satirical take on the economic situation faced by impecunious British noblemen during that era. It portrays a ship sailing towards the American coast, filled with noble gentlemen eager to escape their financial troubles and find fortune in the gold fields across the ocean. With exaggerated caricatures and witty details, Opper captures both greed and desperation as these moneybags clutch their spades tightly while searching for wealth. The coastal landscape adds depth to this scene of arrival, highlighting both hope and uncertainty. Through his clever satire, Opper sheds light on larger political and economic themes of that time. This cartoon serves as a reminder of how individuals from different backgrounds were drawn towards America's promise of prosperity during periods of economic turmoil. As we gaze upon this intriguing piece from history, it invites us to reflect on our own desires for wealth and success while reminding us that sometimes even those who appear privileged may face financial challenges.
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