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Framed Print : PHILADELPHIA NATIVIST RIOT. An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats
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PHILADELPHIA NATIVIST RIOT. An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats
PHILADELPHIA NATIVIST RIOT.
An anti-Catholic Native American mob, wearing tall beaver hats, battling the state militia in a riot in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1844. Contemporary lithograph
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Media ID 12322322
1844 American Indian Anti Catholicism Battle Beaver Beaver Hat Costume Know Nothing Militia Militiaman Nativist Northeast Philadelphia Rifle Riot Southwark State Streetlight Troop
18"x14" Modern Frame
Add historical depth to your home or office with our Framed Prints featuring the captivating image of the Philadelphia Nativist Riot by 140_1662093 from Granger Art on Demand. Witness the intense moment of conflict between an anti-Catholic Native American mob, dressed in tall beaver hats, and the state militia during this pivotal event in American history. This beautifully framed print, based on a contemporary lithograph, is a striking conversation starter and a testament to the rich tapestry of our past. Bring this intriguing piece of history into your space and engage in the story it tells.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph captures a pivotal moment in American history - the infamous Philadelphia Nativist Riot of 1844. In this chaotic scene, an anti-Catholic Native American mob clashes with the state militia on the streets of Philadelphia. The image showcases the distinctive attire worn by these rioters, who don tall beaver hats as they engage in battle. The lithograph offers a glimpse into the fervent anti-immigrant sentiment that gripped parts of America during this time. Known as "Know-Nothings" these nativist groups harbored deep-seated prejudices against Catholics and immigrants, particularly those from Ireland and Germany. The riot itself was sparked by tensions between native-born Protestants and Irish Catholic immigrants over control of local institutions such as schools and churches. Amidst the chaos, we see a diverse crowd gathered on both sides - militiamen armed with rifles facing off against members of the mob. The street is illuminated by a lone streetlight, casting eerie shadows on this tumultuous scene. This print serves as a reminder of our nation's complex past, where religious intolerance clashed with notions of freedom and equality. It invites us to reflect upon how far we have come since then while acknowledging that there is still work to be done in fostering inclusivity and understanding among different communities within our society.
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