Political cartoon with Henry Clay and Andrew Jackson
Title

Political cartoon with Henry Clay and Andrew Jackson

Caption

Symptoms of a locked jaw. Plain sewing done here. by David Claypoole Johnston. Circa 1834. Lithograph print on wove paper. Political cartoon representing the feud between Henry Clay and President Andrew Jackson between 1832-1836. During which they battled over the future of the Bank of the United States. The image shows Clay restraining Jackson whilst forcefully sewing up his mouth. Behind them are the words 'Plain sewing done here.'

Date

19th century

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP15A06_470

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Rights managed

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