Cartoon, Political
- Object Name:
- Cartoon, Political
- Object ID:
- 2026.011.03
- Creator:
- Szep, Paul (1941- ) -- Artist
- Date:
- 1990
- Description:
- Political cartoon, "NEW HAMPSHIRE GOTHIC" by Paul Szep of the Boston Globe, 1990. The cartoon references Grant Wood's painting, "American Gothic," with David Souter holding a pitchfork with White House Chief of Staff under George H.W. Bush, John H. Sununu, wearing a dress and holding his arm. The US Supreme Court building is in the background. Signed, "Szep / THE BOSTON GLOBE" in the lower right corner with "NEW HAMPSHIRE GOTHIC" in the bottom center. Inscribed at the top edge, "To Judge Souter Congratulations and all Best Wishes - Paul Szep 3/10/90."
- Material:
- Ink
Paper - Dimensions:
- H-11.75 W-13.875 inches
- Provenance:
- From the collection of Justice David H. Souter. Included in Centennial Auctions estate sale on April 14, 2026.
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Purchase, Katharine Prentis Murphy Fund
- Subjects:
- Courts, Supreme Court justices, Judges
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