Johnny Bull in a Fret


Permanent ID:
8546
Call number:
Bb 612 J616
Date:
1813
Image Description:
Political cartoon by William Charles concerning the War of 1812. From original image caption: "Johnny Bull in a Fret. Oh these Wasps & Hornets! the dreadful little Insects, how they sting! Oh, woe is me! why did I disturb their Nest!!"
Philadelphian William Charles' political caricatures were widespread during this era and praised for their sense of rough humor.  His cartoons commonly offered both praise and criticism of American military and political figures.
Inscription:
Pub'd. at 72 Chesnut [sic] St Phila. (at bottom of recto)
Address:
72 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia
Format:
Etchings; Political cartoons
Dimensions:
Width: 26.5 cm, Height: 33 cm (image)