1942 Print Theodore Roosevelt Pope Senate Politics Cartoon President FZ7

This is an original 1942 halftone print of Theodore Roosevelt dressed as the Pope. The caption writes, "Pope Theo the First." Roosevelt served as the 26th president of the United States, and is remembered for his leadership in the Progressive Movement and for his conservation efforts. He went on an African safari after his presidency to east and central Africa, and traveled to Kenya, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and then followed the Nile river to Sudan. There, he produced several animal specimens for the Smithsonian Institute. As much as it were a safari in the name of science, it was well known that Roosevelt loved the thrill of the hunt as well. The teddy bear was named after Roosevelt-- stemming from a story in which he refused to shoot a tied up and exhausted black bear.

CONDITION

This 69+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is printing on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 3.75 x 4.5 inches; 10 x 11 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: robe, slippers, government, political, politician

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