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Illustration for Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho)
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Illustration for Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho)
8634443 Illustration for Foolish Finance by Gideon Wurdz, 1905 (litho) by Goldsmith, Wallace (1873-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Foolish Finance compiled by Gideon Wurdz, illustrated by Wallace Goldsmith (John W Luce, Boston, 1905).); © Look and Learn
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This lithograph print from 1905, titled "Illustration for Foolish Finance" by Gideon Wurdz and illustrated by Wallace Goldsmith, is a humorous depiction of the financial follies that plagued early 20th-century America. The artwork, part of a compilation by Wurdz, satirizes the deceitful practices and false promises often associated with money matters.
In this black-and-white illustration, we see a scene set on Wall Street in Manhattan, New York City. A group of American men are engaged in what appears to be a heated discussion about finances. One man stands out as he tells an obvious lie with a smirk on his face, embodying the theme of deception and dishonesty prevalent in the world of finance.
The artist's attention to detail and clever use of humor make this piece both entertaining and thought-provoking. As viewers gaze upon this image, they are transported back in time to an era when financial schemes ran rampant and trust was hard to come by.
"Illustration for Foolish Finance" serves as a reminder that while times may change, human nature remains constant – especially when it comes to money matters. This print is not just a work of art; it is also a reflection on society's enduring fascination with wealth and its pitfalls.
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