Why it goes up (1909)
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" by Udo Keppler presents a striking and satirical vision, blending political commentary with bold imagery. At the center of the artwork is a caricatured balloon, grotesquely shaped like a clenched fist labeled 'Protected Interests', which ascends from the dome of the U.S. Capitol building labeled 'Congress'. The Capitol dome leaks a substance that pools around its base, marked with the phrase 'Cost of Living', suggesting that as protected interests rise, the cost of living likewise increases to the detriment of the general public.Keppler, known for his editorial cartoons, uses vibrant colors and exaggerated forms to emphasize his critique of American politics and economics. The sky behind the balloon transitions from serene blue to a tumultuous blend of clouds, mirroring the unsettling impact of political decisions shielded under the guise of 'protected interests'.This artwork invites viewers to reflect on the relationship between legislation and economic consequences, calling attention to the often unseen forces that shape everyday life.
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Udo J. Keppler, since 1894. known as Joseph Keppler, Jr., was an American political cartoonist, publisher, and Native American advocate. The son of cartoonist Joseph Keppler (1838–1894), who founded Puck magazine, the younger Keppler also contributed to cartoons, and after his father's death became co-owner of the magazine under the name Joseph Keppler. He was also a collector of Native American artifacts.