Agitation Collection (#3)

Ballet costume, c.1640-60 (gouache)
903928 Ballet costume, c.1640-60 (gouache) by Gissey, Henri de (1621-1673); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Ballet costume of a wild man, c.1654 (gouache)
903926 Ballet costume of a wild man, c.1654 (gouache) by Gissey, Henri de (1621-1673); (add.info.: Design by Henri de Gissey for the Ballet: The Wedding of Peleus and Thetis)

Sketches: Reclining Nude, Man Supporting the Body of, 1818-1819 (graphite, on cream wove paper)
5860103 Sketches: Reclining Nude, Man Supporting the Body of, 1818-1819 (graphite, on cream wove paper, perimeter mounted on cream wove paper) by Gericault

Paradise and the Peri, 1901 (lithograph)
XOS5865993 Paradise and the Peri, 1901 (lithograph) by Fantin-Latour, Henri (1836-1904) ; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: By Henri Fantin-Latour)

Ballet costume of war, 1621-73 (gouache)
903925 Ballet costume of war, 1621-73 (gouache) by Gissey, Henri de (1621-1673); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Opus 217. Against the Enamel of a Background Rhythmic with Beats and Angles, Tones and Tints
XIR53827 Opus 217. Against the Enamel of a Background Rhythmic with Beats and Angles, Tones and Tints, Portrait of Felix Feneon in 1890 (oil on canvas) by Signac

Comrade Lenin cleans the land from garbage (Poster), 1920. Artist: Deni (Denisov)
Comrade Lenin cleans the land from garbage (Poster), 1920. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Entente under the mask of peace (Poster), 1920. Artist: Deni (Denisov), Viktor Nikolaevich
Entente under the mask of peace (Poster), 1920. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Death to capital - or death under the heel of capital!, 1919. Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

To the bright future of communist society, universal prosperity and enduring peace, Early 1980s. Private Collection

They prefer to tinker with ink, getting thenselves all dirty, 1920. Artist: Malyutin, Ivan Andreevich (1890-1932)
They prefer to tinker with ink, getting thenselves all dirty, 1920. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

The Day of the October Revolution, 1920. Artist: Malyutin, Ivan Andreevich (1890-1932)
The Day of the October Revolution, 1920. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Ballet costume of a magician, c.1654 (gouache)
903927 Ballet costume of a magician, c.1654 (gouache) by Gissey, Henri de (1621-1673); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Ballet costume of fury, 1621-73 (gouache)
903924 Ballet costume of fury, 1621-73 (gouache) by Gissey, Henri de (1621-1673); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Charles Parnell at a Anti Rent Meeting 1879
Charles Parnell an Irish nationalist, addressing an anti-rent meeting at Limerick, Ireland. Date: August 1879

Abstract-futurist Composition, c. 1912 (oil on canvas)
7412139 Abstract-futurist Composition, c.1912 (oil on canvas) by Lanooy, Chris (1881-1948); 56.5--66.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: attributed to Chris Lanooy)

Miss Ida Heath, English Dancer, 1894 (lithograph on cream wove paper)
5859491 Miss Ida Heath, English Dancer, 1894 (lithograph on cream wove paper) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 35.5 -- 26.1 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

At the circus: Horsewoman, 1888 (tambourine with oil on vellum painting)
5862152 At the circus: Horsewoman, 1888 (tambourine with oil on vellum painting) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); diam: 26.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Variety (ink and w/c on paper)
7352047 Variety (ink and w/c on paper) by Torneman, Axel (1880-1925); Thiel Gallery, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: by Axel Torneman (1880-1925))

Christ's ascent to Calvary, First half of the 18th century (oil on canvas)
7352720 Christ's ascent to Calvary, First half of the 18th century (oil on canvas) by Ferrari, Lorenzo de (1680-1744); 280x300 cm; Oratorio di San Pietro, Imperia

Carmencita, 1890 (oil on canvas)
7327187 Carmencita, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Chase, William Merritt (1849-1916); 177.5 x 103.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Spanish Dance, c. 1890 (bronze)
7308672 Spanish Dance, c.1890 (bronze) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); Nasjonalmuseet, Oslo, Norway; (add.info.: by Edgar Degas (1834-1917))

Richard III, 1787 (oil on canvas)
7305702 Richard III, 1787 (oil on canvas) by Abildgaard, Nicolai Abraham (1743-1809); 38x28 cm; Nasjonalmuseet, Oslo, Norway; (add.info)

Insurrection in the Caucasus (colour litho)
3097530 Insurrection in the Caucasus (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Insurrection in the Caucasus)

The riots at Bristol, 1831 (engraving)
3103700 The riots at Bristol, 1831 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The riots at Bristol, 1831)

The enemies of the Five Year Plan, 1929 (chromolitho)
FIA5403540 The enemies of the Five Year Plan, 1929 (chromolitho) by Deni, Viktor Nikolaevich (1893-1946); 51x71 cm; Russian State Library, Moscow, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images

Members of the National Militia in Valencia refusing to disarm, Spain, 1873 (chromolitho)
3620616 Members of the National Militia in Valencia refusing to disarm, Spain, 1873 (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pourquoi dors tu ? - Why do you sleep, man? par Zvorykin, Boris Vasilievich (1872-after 1935), - Chromolithography, 70
FIA5403517 Pourquoi dors tu ? - Why do you sleep, man? par Zvorykin, Boris Vasilievich (1872-after 1935), - Chromolithography, 70, 5x54 - Private Collection by Zvorykin

A miners house under siege in St Etienne, France (colour litho)
3099100 A miners house under siege in St Etienne, France (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: A miners house under siege in St Etienne, France)

Police forcing their way into a church in Paris during riots in protest at the inventories of French churches ordered
6014102 Police forcing their way into a church in Paris during riots in protest at the inventories of French churches ordered by the French government as part of its policy of the separation of

Troubles in Paris (colour litho)
2818413 Troubles in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troubles in Paris. A bus and a tram set on fire by rioters. Les troubles a Paris)

Japanese troops putting down riots in Seoul, Korea (colour litho)
2779318 Japanese troops putting down riots in Seoul, Korea (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Japanese troops putting down riots in Seoul, Korea)

Due to the food crisis, several tumultuous scenes have taken place in many French cities against... (colour litho)
2808826 Due to the food crisis, several tumultuous scenes have taken place in many French cities against... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Crowd Invades And Devastates The Church Of Giussano (Brianza) To Protest Against The Parish Priests Moving
2798509 The Crowd Invades And Devastates The Church Of Giussano (Brianza) To Protest Against The Parish Priests Moving (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The Riots in Russia, the Struggle Between Cossacks, Students and Workers in the Newsky Perspective... (colour litho)
2798420 The Riots in Russia, the Struggle Between Cossacks, Students and Workers in the Newsky Perspective... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Troubles in Barcelona (colour litho)
2795576 Troubles in Barcelona (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troubles in Barcelona)

Anarchy in Paris, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 3rd September 1899 (colour litho)
PCT1163144 Anarchy in Paris, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 3rd September 1899 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection

An Election Scene at Kilkenny, illustration from The Illustrated London News, May 14th, 1859 (engraving)
XJF347941 An Election Scene at Kilkenny, illustration from The Illustrated London News, May 14th, 1859 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Riots in Strasbourg (colour litho)
2818411 Riots in Strasbourg (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riots in Strasbourg. German police attacking protesters in Place Kleber)

Last weeks violent and bloody general strike, an episode in the struggle between... (colour litho)
2815658 Last weeks violent and bloody general strike, an episode in the struggle between... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Troubles in Sicily (colour litho)
2818471 Troubles in Sicily (colour litho) by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troubles in Sicily)

24 hour strike in Paris (colour litho)
2779427 24 hour strike in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 24 hour strike in Paris. Scuffles outside the Labour Exchange. La greve de 24 heures)

Riots in Paris (colour litho)
2818410 Riots in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riots in Paris. Attack on the offices of the Prefecture of Police. Emeutes a Paris)

Riots in Germany (colour litho)
2818275 Riots in Germany (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riots in Germany. Cavalry charging the crowd. Les emeutes d Allemagne)

Riots in Moscow (colour litho)
2782186 Riots in Moscow (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riots in Moscow. Police)

An Italian Hero In France (Colour Litho)
2808725 An Italian Hero In France (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Italian Hero In France)

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"Agitation: A Historical Journey of Struggle and Change" In the realm of social movements, it has been a powerful catalyst for change throughout history. From iconic posters like "Beat the Whites with the red wedge" by El Lissitzky in 1920 to lesser-known events such as The Skye crofters Land League Agitation, we witness the indomitable spirit of those who fought against injustice. One notable example is the Gathering of Unions in 1832, where workers united to demand fair wages and better working conditions. Their collective agitation paved the way for significant labor reforms that continue to shape our society today. The Free Soil versus slavery conflict in Kansas during the 1850s serves as a stark reminder of how they are ignite fierce debates over fundamental human rights. Pro-slavery posters circulated at that time reveal both sides' determination to sway public opinion and maintain their respective ideologies. Amidst this turmoil, Surgeon William Maillard's heroic actions during battle earned him the Victoria Cross at Candia. His bravery exemplifies how individuals can agitate against adversity on a personal level, leaving an indelible mark on history. Yanitza, known as The Albanian Joan of Arc, captured hearts through her unwavering dedication and courage depicted in Le Petit Journal. Her story highlights how women have often led agitations for freedom and equality throughout different cultures and eras. Meanwhile, Charles Parnell's presence at an Anti Rent Meeting in 1879 showcases political agitation aimed at addressing land reform issues faced by Irish tenants. Parnell's leadership played a pivotal role in advocating for their rights amidst widespread discontent. Artistic expressions also played a crucial role in promoting various causes. Russian agitprop posters from 1930 demonstrate how visual propaganda was employed to mobilize masses towards specific ideologies or political agendas.