B. F. Butler Riding a "presidential Ram" 

This satirical illustration by Cassius Marcellus Coolidge depicts Benjamin Franklin Butler, a prominent Union general during the Civil War, riding a "presidential ram." The artwork is a humorous take on Butler's political ambitions and his perceived arrogance, with the ram symbolizing his attempts to secure the presidency. Coolidge was known for his humorous and often satirical illustrations, which frequently lampooned political figures and events of the day. The artwork is a prime example of the genre of political caricature, a popular form of visual commentary in the 19th century.