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Title-page of Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho)
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Title-page of Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho)
8634439 Title-page of Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho) by Goldsmith, Wallace (1873-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Title-page of Foolish Finance compiled by Gideon Wurdz, illustrated by Wallace Goldsmith (John W Luce, Boston, 1905).); © Look and Learn
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This vintage lithograph print captures the whimsical and satirical title-page of "Foolish Finance" by Gideon Wurdz, illustrated by Wallace Goldsmith in 1905. The intricate details and clever design of this early 20th-century piece reflect a time when financial folly was a common theme in American society.
The image features a comical depiction of money-related chaos, with caricatures of businessmen frantically running around amidst stacks of bills and coins. The humor and wit infused into the artwork provide a lighthearted take on the serious subject of finance, offering viewers a moment of levity in an otherwise stressful topic.
Created during a period marked by economic growth and instability, this print serves as both entertainment and social commentary on the pitfalls of greed and speculation. The artist's skillful use of black-and-white tones adds to the nostalgic charm of the piece, transporting viewers back to Wall Street in Manhattan during the early 1900s.
As we admire this historical gem from a private collection, we are reminded that while times may change, human nature remains constant - making "Foolish Finance" just as relevant today as it was over a century ago.
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