Cartoon Print
Artifact ID1973.302.1
Object Type
Cartoon Print
Artist
Douglas Borgstedt
(United States, born 1911)
Publisher
Philadelphia Evening & Sunday Bulletin
(1847 - 1982)
Gifter
Douglas Borgstedt
Medium
Paper
DimensionsOverall H 10 3/8 in x W 7 7/8 in (26.4 cm x 20 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionPrint reproduction of cartoon drawing. LBJ on a horse rises into the evening sky over the desert. Artist signature lower right: “Borgstedt”.
Historical NoteIn many political cartoons, Lyndon Johnson is depicted wearing cowboy boots, a part of his Western persona.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from the general public to President Johnson during his term in office. It was received by President Johnson, until the President donated it to the Lyndon B Johnson Presidential Library in 1973.
Credit LineGift of Lyndon Baines Johnson
National Archives Catalog CollectionLyndon B. Johnson Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 192413)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 189698395)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Fully
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the Lyndon Johnson Presidential Library and Museum. The Lyndon Johnson Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
Person Referenced
Lyndon Baines Johnson
(United States, 1908 - 1973)
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Place of Publication
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