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Columbus Cleveland and his mutinous crew - "This ship shall not turn back
1065645 Columbus Cleveland and his mutinous crew - " This ship shall not turn back!" 1885 (colour litho) by Gillam, Bernard (1856-96); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration shows Grover Cleveland as Christopher Columbus holding a map labeled " Route to Reform", aboard ship surrounded by mutinous sailors labeled " Bayard, Whitney, Eustis, Sterling, Hedden, Pulitzer, Blackburn, Hill, McLaughlin, Jones, Thompson, Gorman, Grady" and unidentified are Thomas A. Hendricks, John Kelly, Lucius Q.C. Lamar, and Charles A. Dana. A bird arrives from the left carrying a piece of paper that states " From Land of Reform".); Prismatic Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22505940
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Christopher Columbus Crew Grover Cleveland Litho Mutinous Mutiny Bernard Gillam Gillam
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In this vibrant and satirical chromolithograph titled "Columbus Cleveland and his mutinous crew - This ship shall not turn back!", artist Bernard Gillam takes a humorous approach to political commentary. Created in 1885, the artwork depicts Grover Cleveland, then President of the United States, as Christopher Columbus aboard a ship labeled "Route to Reform". Surrounded by a group of mutinous sailors with names like Bayard, Whitney, Eustis, Sterling, Hedden, Pulitzer, Blackburn, Hill, McLaughlin, Jones, Thompson Gorman and Grady; along with unidentified figures such as Thomas A. Hendricks John Kelly Lucius Q. C. Lamar and Charles A. Dana; Cleveland stands defiantly holding a map that symbolizes his pursuit of reform. The scene is further enlivened by the arrival of a bird carrying a piece of paper from the "Land of Reform", adding an element of surprise to the composition. Through clever visual metaphors and witty symbolism, Gillam highlights the challenges faced by President Cleveland in implementing his progressive agenda. This colorful lithograph captures both the spirit of political satire prevalent during late 19th-century America and Gillam's talent for blending humor with social commentary. The image serves as a reminder that even leaders face opposition on their journey towards change but must remain resolute in their determination not to turn back. As part of Prismatic Pictures' collection, this print offers viewers an engaging glimpse into historical events while showcasing Gillam's artistic prowess in capturing complex narratives within one captivating image
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