thomas nast

812 media by topicpage 1 of 9
Can the Law Reach Him? - Drawing. Public domain image.

Can the Law Reach Him? - Drawing. Public domain image.

Public domain reproduction of political cartoon, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Monster Democratic Torch-Light Procession Passing Through Union Square, N.Y.C.

Monster Democratic Torch-Light Procession Passing Through Union Square...

Crowd around statue of George Washington on horseback; fireworks in background; banners for Buchanan. New York City. Wood engraving of drawing by T. Nast. Illus. in: Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, 1856 S... More

Picryl description: Public domain image, drawing, American, 19th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions

Picryl description: Public domain image, drawing, American, 19th centu...

Picryl description: Public domain image, drawing, American, free to use, no copyright restrictions

Street scene in London--winter evening / Ts. Nast.

Street scene in London--winter evening / Ts. Nast.

Crowded London street with food vendors, children in rags, and well-dressed men and women passing by. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, 1859 April 2, p. 212.

Henry Connor in a trip to Chinatown

Henry Connor in a trip to Chinatown

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

The pioneer - Drawing. Public domain image.

The pioneer - Drawing. Public domain image.

Title from handwritten notation on mat. No publication information. Sketch of rifles (?) on verso; not on digital file. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.23). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Benjamin Harrison or a senator named C. D.]

[Benjamin Harrison or a senator named C. D.]

"C.D" on button of shirt. Title devised by cataloger. Title on shelflist card: Benjamin Harrison. Portrait of C.D. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0123). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustratio... More

T. Nast & Frank Leslie - Public domain portrait engraving

T. Nast & Frank Leslie - Public domain portrait engraving

"Nast's first interview with Frank Leslie" on mat. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.24). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

[Man walking with arms away from body]

[Man walking with arms away from body]

"Fande (?)" on item. Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0123). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Sketch for the domestic blockade

Sketch for the domestic blockade

No publication information. Pen sketch "Christmas list for Santa Claus" on verso; not on digital file. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.25). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

The first attack ; Pussy in the well

The first attack ; Pussy in the well

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Mrs. Grundy [...] - Public domain dedication image

Mrs. Grundy [...] - Public domain dedication image

No publication information. Pencil sketch, "Mrs. Grundy is asking the Gen. Grand into the [...] of his office" on verso; not on digital. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.22). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (L... More

General Mitchell, Oregon. Book illustration from Library of Congress

General Mitchell, Oregon. Book illustration from Library of Congress

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0123). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

How old are your twins? - Drawing. Public domain image.

How old are your twins? - Drawing. Public domain image.

In same frame with CAI - Nast, no. 25 a; this image is at right. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

It's killing me but I like it - Public domain dedication image

It's killing me but I like it - Public domain dedication image

No publication information, possibly a caricature. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

That "Soverign's Boycott," on U.S., Political Cartoon

That "Soverign's Boycott," on U.S., Political Cartoon

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1980:080.6). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

The lion's generosity - Drawing. Public domain image.

The lion's generosity - Drawing. Public domain image.

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1934:0123). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Thomas Nast, Glass Negative, 1860s, Political Cartoon

Thomas Nast, Glass Negative, 1860s, Political Cartoon

Title from unverified information on negative sleeve. Annotation from negative, scratched into emulsion: Thomas Nast (Puck). Cartoonist. Credit line: Brady-Handy photograph collection, Library of Congress, Prin... More

[Landscape with bridge and figures]

[Landscape with bridge and figures]

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. Pen sketches on verso of Little Bo-Peep cow jumping over the moon, little Jack Horner and Hi Diddle, Diddle; not on digital file. (DLC/PP-1936:0065). Form... More

[Three children and a dog beside fireplace]

[Three children and a dog beside fireplace]

"A merry old" on floor. Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.1). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Christmas greens : Santa will bring US --

Christmas greens : Santa will bring US --

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1936:0065.20). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

A Rebel general startled in his camp by the beautiful and unexpected display of northern light ; What they say of us & what we are / / N.

A Rebel general startled in his camp by the beautiful and unexpected d...

Illustrations show (top) a Confederate general startled by apparitions of Northern soldiers in the sky above his camp; (bottom) contrasting views of Union soldiers depicted by "...the artist of the Mobile Adver... More

A rebel guerrilla raid in a Western town / Th. Nast.

A rebel guerrilla raid in a Western town / Th. Nast.

Illus. in: Harper's weekly, v. 6, no. 300 (1862 Sept. 27), pp. 616-617.

The Rebel army crossing the fords of the Potomac for the invasion of Maryland

The Rebel army crossing the fords of the Potomac for the invasion of M...

Wood engraving from drawing by Thomas Nast. Illus. in: Harper's Weekly, (1862 Sept. 27). Reference copy may be in LOT 4420. This record contains unverified, old data from caption card. Caption card tracings: Shelf.

A gallant color-bearer / Th. Nast.

A gallant color-bearer / Th. Nast.

H. Alexander, the color-bearer of the 10th New York Regiment, clinging to American flag, after receiving three wounds. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, v. 6, 1862 Sept. 20, p. 593.

After the battle - The Rebels in p[ossession] of the field / Th. Nast.

After the battle - The Rebels in p[ossession] of the field / Th. Nast.

Illus. in: Harper's weekly, v. 6, no. 304 (1862 Oct. 25), pp. 680-681.

A Rebel guerrilla raid in a western town / Th. Nast.

A Rebel guerrilla raid in a western town / Th. Nast.

Print shows a raid on a western town by a group of Confederate guerrillas who are abusing and executing the citizens, destroying property, and stealing whatever they can carry away. Illus. from: Harper's weekl... More

The Civil War in America--Naval engagement in Hampton Roads: the Confederate iron-plated steamer Merrimac (or Virginia) running into the Federal sloop Cumberland / from a sketch by T. Nast.

The Civil War in America--Naval engagement in Hampton Roads: the Confe...

Illus. in: The Illustrated London news, 1862 April 5, p. 327.

Santa Claus in Camp (published in Harper's Weekly, January 3, 1863)

Santa Claus in Camp (published in Harper's Weekly, January 3, 1863)

Public domain scan of American 19th-century print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

A Night Scout in the Southwest – Surprise of an Outpost, and Survey of the Rebel Guns (from Harper's Weekly)

A Night Scout in the Southwest – Surprise of an Outpost, and Survey of...

Public domain scan of an art print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Emancipation of the Negroes – The Past and the Future (from Harper's Weekly)

Emancipation of the Negroes – The Past and the Future (from Harper's W...

Public domain reproduction of a relief art print, 19th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.

A Negro Regiment in Action (from Harper's Weekly)

A Negro Regiment in Action (from Harper's Weekly)

Thomas Nast (American (born Germany), Landau 1840–1902 Guayaquil) Public domain scan of American 19th-century print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

The emancipation of the negroes, January, 1863 - The past and the future / Drawn by Mr. Thomas Nast.

The emancipation of the negroes, January, 1863 - The past and the futu...

Below rays of "Emancipation," a scene of African Americans enjoying a comfortable home life is flanked by scenes of the past, including the selling and abuse of slaves, and scenes of the future, including educa... More

Santa Claus in Camp (from Harper's Weekly)

Santa Claus in Camp (from Harper's Weekly)

Public domain reproduction of a relief art print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Historic examples of Southern Chivalry - Dedicated to Jeff. Davis / Th. Nast.

Historic examples of Southern Chivalry - Dedicated to Jeff. Davis / Th...

Composite of scenes of Confederates committing atrocities upon Negroes and Union soldiers. Illus. in: Harper's Weekly, v. 7, (1863 February 7), p. 88-89. Title and other information transcribed from caption car... More

Christmas Eve, 1862 (from Harper's Weekly)

Christmas Eve, 1862 (from Harper's Weekly)

Public domain photo of Adam and Eve religious art print, 18th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.

Grand Review of the Army of the Potomac – Drawn by Mr. Thomas Nast (from Harper's Weekly)

Grand Review of the Army of the Potomac – Drawn by Mr. Thomas Nast (fr...

Public domain reproduction of a relief art print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Christmas Eve (published Harper's Weekly, January 3, 1863)

Christmas Eve (published Harper's Weekly, January 3, 1863)

Public domain reproduction of artwork in Metropolitan Museum of Art, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

The press, the field, the sketchbook / Th. Nast.

The press, the field, the sketchbook / Th. Nast.

Illustration shows various scenes showing a Harper's Weekly correspondent and artist at work in the field, sketching views and gathering information on the battlefield, in camp, and of contraband; two medallion... More

The Chicago platform / Th. Nast., Confederate States of America.

The Chicago platform / Th. Nast., Confederate States of America.

A deceptive broadside, ostensibly a pro-McClellan campaign piece but actually a piercing attack on the Democratic platform. In the center is a portrait of Democratic presidential candidate George B. McClellan... More

Rebel Atrocities - Public domain portrait drawing

Rebel Atrocities - Public domain portrait drawing

Double-page of wood engr. from drawings by Thomas Nast showing scenes of alleged atrocities by Confederate soldiers, incl. Gen. Forrest and others shooting Blacks, Belle Isle prison, Richmond. Illus. in: Harper... More

Andy's trip "Who has suffered more for you and for this Union than Andrew Johnson?" Th. Nast

Andy's trip "Who has suffered more for you and for this Union than And...

Double page spread includes cartoons expressing Nast's negative opinions of President Andrew Johnson. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, v. X, no. 513 (1866 October 27), pp. 680-681.

Franchise. And not this man? / Th. Nast.

Franchise. And not this man? / Th. Nast.

Columbia speaking, with hand on shoulder of Civil War soldier, who lost a leg in the war. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, 1865 Aug. 5, p. 489.

Pardon. Franchise Columbia. -- "Shall I trust these men, and not this man?" Th. Nast

Pardon. Franchise Columbia. -- "Shall I trust these men, and not this ...

Centerfold prints show Columbia considering why she should pardon Confederate troops who are begging for forgiveness when an African American Union soldier with an amputated leg does not have the right to vote.... More

Why He Cannot Sleep - Public domain dedication, National Gallery of Art

Why He Cannot Sleep - Public domain dedication, National Gallery of Ar...

Public domain photograph of artwork in the National Gallery of Art, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Making caps / Th. Nast. wood engraving, Library of Congress

Making caps / Th. Nast. wood engraving, Library of Congress

Woman sewing soldiers' caps. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, v. 10, no. 489 (1866 May 12), p. 293.

U.S. Grant. American Civil War 1861-1865.

U.S. Grant. American Civil War 1861-1865.

Ulysses S. Grant, full-length portrait, seated in camp, facing right. 21892 U.S. Copyright Office. "From the original painting by Nast in the possession of the publishers".

The tearful convention / Th. Nast., Political Cartoon

The tearful convention / Th. Nast., Political Cartoon

Political cartoon mocking the National Union Convention of August 1866, showing Gen. Darius Couch of Massachusetts with Gov. James Orr of South Carolina; below, President Andrew Johnson cries as he reads about ... More

"The halt"--a scene in the Georgia campaign / Th. Nast.

"The halt"--a scene in the Georgia campaign / Th. Nast.

Illustration shows soldiers outside of house with woman and three children at door. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, 1866 June 30, p. 401, bottom illustration. "From a painting by Thomas Nast."

Grand masquerade ball of the Arion Society at the Academy of Music, New York, March 27, 1867 / TN.

Grand masquerade ball of the Arion Society at the Academy of Music, Ne...

Print shows a march with carnival-like figures around an interior view of a large hall and ballroom in which the carnival continues. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, v. 11, no. 537 (1867 April 13), pp. 232-233.

[Columbia and Jonathan at home]

[Columbia and Jonathan at home]

Cartoon shows Columbia (symbolizing the United States) after her marriage to Brother Jonathan (symbolizing U.S. citizens). Columbia gestures sorrowfully towards African Americans (portrayed in ethnic stereotype... More

[The Kansas row] - Drawing. Public domain image.

[The Kansas row] - Drawing. Public domain image.

Cartoon shows a Puritan rolling up his sleeves to fight a Cavalier (with features strongly resembling Senator Stephen Douglas), who is kicking African Americans in Kansas back across a fence into Missouri and s... More

Slavery is dead(?) / Th Nast. - A black and white picture of a group of people

Slavery is dead(?) / Th Nast. - A black and white picture of a group o...

Two illustrations showing: Slave being sold as punishment for crime, before Emancipation Proclamation; and African-American being whipped as punishment for crime in 1866. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, 1867 Jan. 12, p. 24.

Ignis fatuus / Th. Nast., Confederate States of America.

Ignis fatuus / Th. Nast., Confederate States of America.

Print shows men lurking in a swamp at nighttime; one man slices a poster entitled "Military Bill" with a knife; one man wears a hat that says "Ex-CSA"; snakes laugh in the foreground; and a will o' the wisp con... More

We accept the situation / Th. Nast.

We accept the situation / Th. Nast.

An African American man, a former Union soldier, proudly displays a slip of paper labeled "A vote" while a disgruntled former Confederate soldier, with a frown on his face, his hands in his pockets, and a torn ... More

[The massacre at New Orleans] - Drawing. Public domain image.

[The massacre at New Orleans] - Drawing. Public domain image.

Cartoon shows President Andrew Johnson "as a king, crowned and in velvet and ermine. His alleged royalist ambition had been the theme of much Radical rhetoric." Nast is attacking Johnson because he and others b... More

[King Cotton], Confederate States of America.

[King Cotton], Confederate States of America.

Cartoon shows "a skinny old king with hair and beard of cotton, a huge oversize crown on his head, a whip in his hand, sitting on his throne, while African American slaves bring him cool drinks and female slave... More

"The tyrannical military despotism of our Republic" Th. Nast

"The tyrannical military despotism of our Republic" Th. Nast

Image shows an incident in Charleston, South Carolina on April 29, 1867 when the Stonewall Fire Engine Company put an image of Confederate General Stonewall Jackson over their fire engine during the annual Fir... More

Southern justice and the president's veto of the military government bill / Th. Nast.

Southern justice and the president's veto of the military government b...

Prints show a statue of a snake-haired man wearing a toga with a CSA belt holding a scale tipping in favor of the south; the unjust results of trials involving southerners and northerners; and depictions of atr... More

"This is a white man's government" "We regard the Reconstruction Acts (so called) of Congress as usurpations, and unconstitutional, revolutionary, and void" - Democratic Platform / / Th. Nast.

"This is a white man's government" "We regard the Reconstruction Acts ...

Cartoon showing man with belt buckle "CSA" holding a knife "the lost cause," a stereotyped Irishman holding club "a vote," and another man wearing a button "5 Avenue" and holding wallet "capital for votes," wit... More

The British lion disarmed / McLoughlin R(?) sc. ; Th. Nast.

The British lion disarmed / McLoughlin R(?) sc. ; Th. Nast.

Columbia, holding clippers labeled "Alabama claims", is clipping the claws of the "British" lion; a British flag flies above a fort on cliff in the background with American ships at sea on the left. Illus. in: ... More

This little boy would persist in handling books above his capacity And this was the disastrous result.

This little boy would persist in handling books above his capacity And...

Two panel cartoon showing Andrew Johnson standing on the top step of a step-ladder and lifting a large, heavy book from a high bookshelf; he falls off the ladder and is crushed by the book, the "Constitution of... More

Leaders of the Democratic Party, Confederate States of America.

Leaders of the Democratic Party, Confederate States of America.

A searing, election-year indictment of four prominent figures in the Democratic party, three of them former Confederate officers. Former New York governor and Democratic presidential nominee Horatio Seymour is... More

"All Hail and Farewell to the Pacific Railroad." Wendell Phillips  [Indian with knife lying on track in path of oncoming locamotive, Rocky Mountains in background]

"All Hail and Farewell to the Pacific Railroad." Wendell Phillips [In...

Illus. in: Harper's Weekly, v. 13, (1869 July 10), p. 436. Ref. copy in [SSF(Gr)?] Indians cartoons. Title and other information transcribed from caption card. Caption card tracings: Cartoons; West; Indians; ... More

Uncle Sam's Thanksgiving dinner / Th. Nast.

Uncle Sam's Thanksgiving dinner / Th. Nast.

Uncle Sam carving turkey at large table surrounded by men, women and children of different races; centerpiece is labeled "self-government/universal suffrage". Wood engraving by Thomas Nast. Illus. in: Harper's ... More

What a fall was there, my countrymen! / Th. Nast.

What a fall was there, my countrymen! / Th. Nast.

Cartoon showing ruins of Wall Street and other buildings, dead animals piled up on street, and sign reading "this 'street' is closed for repairs." Illus. in: Harper's weekly, v. 13, 1869 Oct. 16, p. 672.

"The Promised land," as seen from the dome of Saint Peter's, Rome Th. Nast

"The Promised land," as seen from the dome of Saint Peter's, Rome Th. ...

Published in Harper's Weekly, v. 14, no. 718 (1870 October 1), p. 625 (cover). Forms part of: Nast, Thomas, 1840-1902. Illustrations and political cartoons by Thomas Nast which is part of: Ben and Beatrice Gol... More

Our common schools as they are and as they may be [Anti-catholic, anti-Tammany cartoon showing (1) "Sectarian Bitterness" of private schools; (2) "Distribution of the Sectarian Fund" - all to Catholic and none to public schools; (3) "Union is Strength" - children of all races and religions playing together] / Th. Nast.

Our common schools as they are and as they may be [Anti-catholic, anti...

Nast, Thomas, artist. Illus. in: Harper's Weekly, v. 14, (1870 February 26), p. 140. Title and other information transcribed from caption card. Caption card tracings: Cartoons; Schools; Church and state.

King Death's Distribution of Prizes

King Death's Distribution of Prizes

Public domain photograph of artwork in the National Gallery of Art, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

The usual summer eruption - Public domain dedication image

The usual summer eruption - Public domain dedication image

No publication information. (DLC/PP-1980:080.3). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Portrait of Thomas Nast - Public domain portrait engraving

Portrait of Thomas Nast - Public domain portrait engraving

Thomas Nast (American (born Germany), Landau 1840–1902 Guayaquil) Public domain photograph of a portrait, illustration, engraving, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

The Greek slave / Th. Nast. wood engraving, Library of Congress

The Greek slave / Th. Nast. wood engraving, Library of Congress

Cartoon showing Irish-American man handcuffed to stump, "Tammany rum", with slave driver standing behind him, surrounded by other illustrations of Irish-American men working and "slave drivers." Illus. in: Harp... More

[James Blaine with "As speaker" and "R.R. jobs" letters sticking out of his back pocket and reaching for "the Mulligan letters" over "Blaine's record" hat]

[James Blaine with "As speaker" and "R.R. jobs" letters sticking out o...

Title devised by cataloger. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1980:080.4). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Robinson Crusoe making a man of his Friday / Th. Nast.

Robinson Crusoe making a man of his Friday / Th. Nast.

Caricature about the attempts to civilize the American Indian. President Ulysses Grant is Crusoe and the American Indian is Friday. Illus. in: Harper's Weekly, 1870 Feb. 12. This record contains unverified, ol... More

Church & State - Europe - United States Th. Nast

Church & State - Europe - United States Th. Nast

Published in Harper's Weekly, 1870 February 19, p. 121. Forms part of: Nast, Thomas, 1840-1902. Illustrations and political cartoons by Thomas Nast which is part of: Ben and Beatrice Goldstein Foundation collection.

"Time works wonders." Iago. (Jeff Davis) "For that I do suspect the lusty moor hath leap'd into my seat : the thought whereof doth like a poisonous mineral gnaw my inwards." -- Othello / Th. Nast.

"Time works wonders." Iago. (Jeff Davis) "For that I do suspect the lu...

Cartoon showing Jefferson Davis looking over his shoulder at Hiram Revels seated in the United States Senate. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, 1870 April 9, p. 232.

Music evening at the Capitol grounds, Washington D.C. / Drawn by T. H. Nast.

Music evening at the Capitol grounds, Washington D.C. / Drawn by T. H....

Microfilm copy of wood engraving after Nast. Illus. in: Harper's Weekly, 1870 July 23, p. 472. No reference copy. This record contains unverified, old data from caption card.

"What are You Laughing at? To the Victor Belong the Spoils" (from Harper's Weekly)

"What are You Laughing at? To the Victor Belong the Spoils" (from Harp...

Public domain reproduction of a relief art print, 16th-17th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.

Nast's Illustrated Almanac for 1871

Nast's Illustrated Almanac for 1871

Thomas Nast (American (born Germany), Landau 1840–1902 Guayaquil)

"Stop Thief!" / Th: Nast. - A drawing of a group of men playing a game of baseball

"Stop Thief!" / Th: Nast. - A drawing of a group of men playing a game...

Illustration shows William "Boss" Tweed and members of his ring, Peter B. Sweeny, Richard B. Connolly (stumbling over the curb), A. Oakey Hall, Tom Fields, James H. Ingersoll, and James Fisk, Jr. joining a crow... More

The arrest of "Boss" Tweed - another good joke

The arrest of "Boss" Tweed - another good joke

Political cartoon. This record contains unverified, old data from caption card. Published in Harper's Weekly, November 18, 1971. Caption card tracings: PI Works; Shelf; Cartoons, US; P2.

A Group of Vultures Waiting for the Storm to "Blow Over"–"Let Us Prey" (from Harper's Weekly)

A Group of Vultures Waiting for the Storm to "Blow Over"–"Let Us Prey"...

Thomas Nast (American (born Germany), Landau 1840–1902 Guayaquil)

The "BRAINS" that achieved the Tammany victory at the Rochester Democratic Convention / Th. Nast.

The "BRAINS" that achieved the Tammany victory at the Rochester Democr...

Boss Tweed represented as having a money-bag face. Another identifying feature is the $15,500 diamond stickpin. Illus. in: Harper's Weekly, 1871 Oct. 21, p. 992. Ref. copy may be in BIOG FILE. This record conta... More

"What are You Laughing at? To the Victor Belong the Spoils" (from Harper's Weekly)

"What are You Laughing at? To the Victor Belong the Spoils" (from Harp...

Public domain photograph of 3d object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.

["Stop thief!"] - Political cartoon, public domain image

["Stop thief!"] - Political cartoon, public domain image

Illustration shows William "Boss" Tweed and members of his ring, Peter B. Sweeny, Richard B. Connolly (stumbling over the curb), A. Oakey Hall, Tom Fields, James H. Ingersoll, and James Fisk, Jr. joining a crow... More

"That's what's the matter" Boss Tweed. "As long as I count the votes, what are you going to do about it? Say?" Th. Nast

"That's what's the matter" Boss Tweed. "As long as I count the votes, ...

Illustration shows Boss Tweed leaning on a voting stand labeled "The ballot" and "In Counting there is strength." Also on the page are numerous advertisements for products such as fishing supplies, pianos, and ... More

The President of the United States and his Cabinet for 1872(?) / Th. Nast.

The President of the United States and his Cabinet for 1872(?) / Th. N...

Illustration shows at center and under heading "'We Propose' (When things blow over) When?" William M. Tweed standing, holding a paper labeled "Political Economy by Boss Tweed", and in his shadow John T. Hoffma... More

We Know Nothing about the Stolen Vouchers

We Know Nothing about the Stolen Vouchers

Public domain reproduction of artwork in Art Institute of Chicago, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[A group of vultures waiting for the storm to "Blow Over" - "Let Us Prey"] / Th Nast.

[A group of vultures waiting for the storm to "Blow Over" - "Let Us Pr...

Illustration shows William "Boss" Tweed and members of his ring, Peter B. Sweeny, Richard B. Connolly, and A. Oakey Hall, weathering a violent storm on a ledge with the picked-over remains of New York City. Tit... More

A Group of Vultures Waiting for the Storm to "Blow Over"–"Let Us Prey" (from Harper's Weekly)

A Group of Vultures Waiting for the Storm to "Blow Over"–"Let Us Prey"...

Public domain reproduction of art print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Arlington Heights - Public domain dedication, National Gallery of Art

Arlington Heights - Public domain dedication, National Gallery of Art

Public domain photograph of artwork in the National Gallery of Art, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

"Move on!" Has the Native American no rights that the naturalized American is bound to respect? / / Th. Nast.

"Move on!" Has the Native American no rights that the naturalized Amer...

A policeman ordering a Native man to "move on" away from a voting polls around which are clustered stereotyped "naturalized" Americans. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, v. 15, no. 747 (1871 April 22), p. 361. Refere... More

The apple of discord at the Geneva tribunal / Th. Nast.

The apple of discord at the Geneva tribunal / Th. Nast.

"William Tell" shooting arrow of peaceful arbitration from bow of settlement at man with apple labelled "Alabama claims" on his head as crowds observe. The last scene of the William Tell tragedy shows Tell lift... More

"Stone Walls Do Not a Prison Make" - Old Song. "No prison is big enough to hold the Boss." In on one side and out at the other / Th. Nast.

"Stone Walls Do Not a Prison Make" - Old Song. "No prison is big enoug...

Head of "Boss" Tweed sticking out of jail wall and his feet out another wall. Drawing by Thomas Nast. Illus. in: Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, 1872 Jan. 6, p. 13. Ref. copy may be in LOT 4405 (1872). Th... More

Drop 'Em - Drawing. Public domain image.

Drop 'Em - Drawing. Public domain image.

Public domain reproduction of artwork in Art Institute of Chicago, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

The insult returned - "Men and brethren! The Cincinnati Convention has proved a fiasco, and it did not name the next president" / Th. Nast.

The insult returned - "Men and brethren! The Cincinnati Convention has...

Woman symbolizing Liberty(?) talking to men who are fighting, with signs on ground reading "spite", "insinuations", "envy", "misrepresentations", "malice", "slander", etc.; Uncle Sam and Ulysses S. Grant stand ... More

It is a bad rule that don't work both ways / Th. Nast.

It is a bad rule that don't work both ways / Th. Nast.

Uncle Sam speaking to the Geneva court about Alabama claims. Liberty(?) sits in the seat of judgement. Illus. in: Harper's weekly, vol. 16, no. 813, 1872 July 27, cover illustration.

Tom and Harry. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Tom and Harry. Book illustration from Library of Congress

Title continues: ... Harry: this is my friend Tom, Dick is outside. No publication information. (DLC/PP-1933:0163a). Forms part of: Cabinet of American illustration (Library of Congress).

Romish politics - anything to beat Grant / Th. Nast.

Romish politics - anything to beat Grant / Th. Nast.

Caricature of "Irish Roman Catholic invader", who is telling Horace Greeley: "The Y.M.C.A. want the Bible in the public school, assuming that this is a Christian country. We want the Priest, the Brother, and th... More

"Satan, Don't Get Thee Behind Me!"–Anything to Get Possession (from Harper's Weekly)

"Satan, Don't Get Thee Behind Me!"–Anything to Get Possession (from Ha...

Public domain reproduction of a relief art print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Previous

of 9

Next