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1850s Saturday Evening Post City Scenes Omnibus Politeness Antique Clipping

About this piece

Original mid-19th century newspaper clipping titled "City Scenes: Omnibus Politeness" featuring a satirical woodcut illustration of urban life. This piece displays a humorous interaction between a carriage passenger and a man who has fallen, reflecting the social commentary of the era.

• Condition: G+
• Publication: Saturday Evening Post
• Date: Circa 1850-1860
• Type: Antique Woodcut Illustration
• Subject: Victorian Social Satire
• Origin: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Keywords: victorian, ephemera, woodcut, satire, mid-19th century, urban history, caricature, antique print, philadelphia, social commentary

Measurements:
• Height: 6.7"
• Width: 5.1"

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