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Cartoons, The Great Chartist Demonstration
Cartoons, The Great Chartist Demonstration -- No. IX, The Beginning and the End.
1848
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1840s 1848 Beginning Campaign Chartism Chartist Chartists Comment Conflicts Democracy Demonstration Ridicule Satire Satirical Violence
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating cartoon, "The Great Chartist Demonstration -- No. IX, The Beginning and the End" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online (1848). This intriguing cartoon depicts a pivotal moment in history, showcasing the spirit and determination of the Chartist movement. Each print is meticulously reproduced with exceptional clarity and vibrant colors, allowing you to appreciate the intricate details and nuances of this iconic artwork. Perfect for adding depth and character to your home or office, our Fine Art Prints make for a thoughtful gift or a cherished addition to your personal collection. Experience the power of art to inspire and provoke, with this stunning representation of a significant moment in history.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This cartoon, titled "Cartoons, The Great Chartist Demonstration -- No. IX, The Beginning and the End.
1848" by an anonymous artist, presents a satirical commentary on the tumultuous Chartist movement in Britain during the 1840s. The early Victorian era, marked by political and social upheaval, saw the Chartists, a working-class political movement, campaign for democratic reforms, including universal suffrage and annual parliaments. The cartoon depicts a chaotic scene of the Great Chartist Demonstration, with a large crowd of people, mostly working-class men, gathered in the streets, waving banners and carrying various signs that read "Universal Suffrage," "No Corn Laws," and "No Taxation Without Representation." The police, represented as heavy-handed and violent, are shown charging at the crowd with truncheons, creating a sense of conflict and disorder. At the center of the image, a man, symbolizing the beginning of the Chartist movement, is shown addressing the crowd with a passionate speech, while at the end, a man representing the movement's demise is shown being led away in handcuffs by the police. The cartoon's title, "The Beginning and the End," highlights the futility of the Chartist cause and the violent suppression of their demands for political reform. Satire and humor were common tools used to comment on the political conflicts of the time, and this cartoon is no exception. The exaggerated depiction of the police and the chaotic scene serve to ridicule the situation and highlight the tensions between the working class and the ruling elite. Overall, this powerful image provides a unique perspective on the political climate of the 1840s and the struggles for democracy and reform in Britain.
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