After the Chicago Catastrophe, from Puck 1880

"After the Chicago Catastrophe" is a satirical political cartoon by Joseph Keppler created in 1880. The artwork depicts prominent political figures of the time, including John A. Logan, as injured and hobbled, symbolizing the political turmoil of the period. The overturned train in the background suggests a chaotic environment, further emphasizing the instability of the political landscape. This caricature, published in the magazine Puck, highlights the use of political cartoons as a form of social commentary in the late 19th century. The Art Institute of Chicago houses this significant piece of American political satire.