A Map for the “Scofflaw” (1931)
How the wealthy flaunted Prohibition
Subhead: An Imaginary Conception of an Ideal Estate
A satirical map reflecting the increasing hostility toward Prohibition during the Depression as a "Dry Agent" drowns in the upper left, a sea bird says "haha," and the caption reads "and good for him."
The map appeared in Country Life magazine and shows the greater ability of the wealthy to circumvent the rules: an "Ideal Estate," complete with deliveries by Private Yacht, a Vineyard, Entrance to Private Cellar, and tuxedoed tipplers.
John Held Jr was a famous Jazz Age illustrator. See another one of his maps and his famous flapper girl illustrations below…
A Dog's Idea of the Ideal Country Estate
This charming 1925 pictorial map is by John Held Jr. - a multifaceted American artist whose vibrant illustrations captured the essence of the Roaring Twenties. Born in 1889, in Salt Lake City, Held’s creative journey unfolded against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world. His artistic talent began within his Mormon fami…
What a great post! I didn't know that Held was the Artist who did all iconic"flapper" drawings. Thanks for the great article!