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Oastler speech in Huddersfield 1844
Radical politician Richard Oastler (1789-1861) addresses the populace of Huddersfield on Shrove Tuesday 1841 following his release from prison. Date: 20 February 1844
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1841 Addresses Huddersfield Populace Radical Shrove Speaks Tuesday
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of radical politician Richard Oastler's impassioned speech in Huddersfield on Shrove Tuesday, 1844. Captured in this stunning print from Mary Evans Prints Online, Oastler addresses the crowd following his release from prison, igniting the flames of political and social change. Bring this piece of British history into your home and add a touch of timeless elegance to any room. With its intricate details and rich colors, this Fine Art Print is not just a decorative piece, but a conversation starter and a reminder of the power of the spoken word.
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 37.1cm (20" x 14.6")
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 evocative print captures the passionate moment when radical politician Richard Oastler addressed the crowds of Huddersfield on Shrove Tuesday, 1844. Oastler, born in 1789, was a prominent figure in the Chartist movement, advocating for workers' rights and political reform in Britain. Having been released from prison just three years prior, his release sparked great excitement among the working classes. The image shows Oastler standing atop a makeshift platform, his arms outstretched and his eyes fixed on the sea of faces before him. The crowd, a mix of men, women, and children, listen intently to his words, their rapt attention a testament to his charisma and the importance of his message. The atmosphere is electric, with banners and flags waving in the wind, and the sound of cheers and applause filling the air. The print serves as a powerful reminder of the political and social tensions that defined mid-19th century Britain. Oastler's speeches and activism were a catalyst for change, inspiring many to demand better working conditions, fair wages, and the right to vote. This moment in Huddersfield, captured in this print, represents a pivotal moment in the history of the British labor movement and the fight for workers' rights.
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