Electioneering Collection (#2)

Order of preference. A three-class voting system for apes (colour litho)
7201343 Order of preference. A three-class voting system for apes (colour litho) by Wellner, Wilhelm Anton (1859-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Order of preference)

Humorous One or Two Step by Montague Ewing, sheet music cover (colour litho)
7153762 Humorous One or Two Step by Montague Ewing, sheet music cover (colour litho) by Rigby, Reginald (1881-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humorous One or Two Step by Montague Ewing)

Mary MacArthur, Scottish Suffragette and trade unionist (b / w photo)
7201689 Mary MacArthur, Scottish Suffragette and trade unionist (b/w photo) by Haines, Reginald (1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary MacArthur (1880-1921)

Queen Boadicea Leading Her Troops into Battle, AD 61 (colour litho)
817845 Queen Boadicea Leading Her Troops into Battle, AD 61 (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Boadicea Leading Her Troops into Battle, AD 61)

The Election at Oxford - Canvassing for Votes, 1754 (engraving)
7148358 The Election at Oxford - Canvassing for Votes, 1754 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Election at Oxford - Canvassing for Votes, 1754)

The Friend of Humanity and the Knife-Grinder, satire depicting Anglo-Irish Whig politician George Tierney
7148348 The Friend of Humanity and the Knife-Grinder, satire depicting Anglo-Irish Whig politician George Tierney, 1797 (engraving) by Gillray

Coalition Candidates, caricature of English politicians Richard Brinsley Sheridan and Sir Samuel Hood
7148342 Coalition Candidates, caricature of English politicians Richard Brinsley Sheridan and Sir Samuel Hood, the successful candidates in the Westminster constituency in the 1806 general election

The Freedom of Election; or, Hunt-ing for Popularity, and Plumpers for Maxwell
7148336 The Freedom of Election; or, Hunt-ing for Popularity, and Plumpers for Maxwell, satire depicting candidates at the Covent Garden hustings during the Westminster election of 1818 (engraving)

"Peter Porcupine", caricature of English Radical pamphleteer and politician William Cobbett
7148333 " Peter Porcupine", caricature of English Radical pamphleteer and politician William Cobbett, c1809 (engraving) by Gillray

To the Independent Electors of Westminster. Vernon and Edwin, satire on constituency of Westminster in the 1741 general
7148332 To the Independent Electors of Westminster. Vernon and Edwin, satire on constituency of Westminster in the 1741 general election (engraving) by English School

Britannia Disturbed by French Vagrants. Lord Trentham for Westminster, 1749 (engraving)
7148328 Britannia Disturbed by French Vagrants. Lord Trentham for Westminster, 1749 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lords of the Bedchamber, caricature of the Duchess of Devonshire, Whig politician Charles James Fox and his supporter
7148317 Lords of the Bedchamber, caricature of the Duchess of Devonshire, Whig politician Charles James Fox and his supporter, the publican Sam House, 1784 (engraving) by Rowlandson

The Westminster Watchman, caricature of Whig politician Charles James Fox as a night watchman, 1784 (engraving)
7148314 The Westminster Watchman, caricature of Whig politician Charles James Fox as a night watchman, 1784 (engraving) by Rowlandson

The Procession to the Hustings after a Successful Canvas, satire on the success of Whig politician Charles James Fox in
7148312 The Procession to the Hustings after a Successful Canvas, satire on the success of Whig politician Charles James Fox in winning one of the seats in the constituency of Westminster in the 1784

Liberty and Fame Introducing Female Patriotism (Duchess of Devonshire) to Britannia, 1784 (engraving)
7148310 Liberty and Fame Introducing Female Patriotism (Duchess of Devonshire) to Britannia, 1784 (engraving) by Rowlandson

Meeting of Patriotic Citizens at Copenhagen House, 1795. Speakers: Thelwall, Gale Jones, Hodson, and John Binns
7148308 Meeting of Patriotic Citizens at Copenhagen House, 1795. Speakers: Thelwall, Gale Jones, Hodson, and John Binns, satire on the campaing by the Whigs for the repeal of the Seditions Bill

Mazeppa - "Again He Urges on His Wild Career", satire depicting King William IV tied to the wild horse of
7148292 Mazeppa - " Again He Urges on His Wild Career", satire depicting King William IV tied to the wild horse of Reform, 1832 (engraving) by Doyle

Inconveniences That Might Have Arisen from the Ballot (engraving)
7148288 Inconveniences That Might Have Arisen from the Ballot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inconveniences That Might Have Arisen from the Ballot)

The Rival Cupids: a Political Valentine, satire on the 1874 British general election (engraving)
7172973 The Rival Cupids: a Political Valentine, satire on the 1874 British general election (engraving) by English School

The Election (b / w photo)
7179890 The Election (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Election. Illustration for The Illuminated Magazine, edited by Douglas Jerrold, Vol III)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Votant; Voter; Votirende (engraving)
7197955 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Votant; Voter; Votirende (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Votant; Voter; Votirende)

"The Rights of Women"or The Effects of Female Enfranchisement, 1835 (engraving)
7148369 " The Rights of Women" or The Effects of Female Enfranchisement, 1835 (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Kentish Election, 1741 (engraving)
7148362 The Kentish Election, 1741 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kentish Election, 1741)

A Radical Drummer, caricature of English Radical politician William Cobbett, 1806 (engraving)
7148340 A Radical Drummer, caricature of English Radical politician William Cobbett, 1806 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Radical Drummer)

Great Britains Union; or, The Litchfield Races, 1747 (engraving)
7148327 Great Britains Union; or, The Litchfield Races, 1747 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Britains Union; or, The Litchfield Races, 1747)

All the World in a Hurry; or, The Road to Oxford, satire on the Oxfordshire Election of 1754 (engraving)
7148325 All the World in a Hurry; or, The Road to Oxford, satire on the Oxfordshire Election of 1754 (engraving) by English School

Master Billys Procession to Grocers Hall - Parliamentary Elections - Pitt Presented with the Freedom of the City
7148320 Master Billys Procession to Grocers Hall - Parliamentary Elections - Pitt Presented with the Freedom of the City, satire on William Pitt the Younger and the 1784 British general election

Henry Fitz Ailwin, English businessman (colour litho)
7150149 Henry Fitz Ailwin, English businessman (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Fitz Ailwin (1135-1212)

Walpole Chaired, satire depicting Whig politician Robert Walpole carried aloft by his supporters after his election to
7148363 Walpole Chaired, satire depicting Whig politician Robert Walpole carried aloft by his supporters after his election to Parliament, 1701 (engraving) by English School

At Hackney Meeting - Fox, Byng and Mainwaring, satire depicting George Byng addressing a crowd outside the Mermaid
7148349 At Hackney Meeting - Fox, Byng and Mainwaring, satire depicting George Byng addressing a crowd outside the Mermaid Tavern, Hackney

The Hustings - Covent Garden, satire depicting Whig leader Charles James Fox during the general election campaign of
7148346 The Hustings - Covent Garden, satire depicting Whig leader Charles James Fox during the general election campaign of 1796 (engraving) by Gillray

The Westminster Deserter Drummed out of the Regiment. Defeat of Sir Cecil Wray
7148311 The Westminster Deserter Drummed out of the Regiment. Defeat of Sir Cecil Wray. Hustings, Covent Garden, Westminster Election, 1784 (engraving) by Rowlandson

Varnishing - a Sign (of "The Times"), satire depicting Lord Chancellor Lord Brougham varrnishing a pub sign
7148294 Varnishing - a Sign (of " The Times" ), satire depicting Lord Chancellor Lord Brougham varrnishing a pub sign bearing the portrait of King William IV

The Rival Mount-o -Bankes; or, The Dorsetshire Juggler, satire depicting Whig Prime Minster Earl Grey campaigning in
7148293 The Rival Mount-o -Bankes; or, The Dorsetshire Juggler, satire depicting Whig Prime Minster Earl Grey campaigning in support of the First Reform Bill, 1831 (engraving) by Doyle

Registration, a Vote for Cork (engraving)
7177780 Registration, a Vote for Cork (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Registration, a Vote for Cork)

The Abolition of the Democratic Womens Club or, The Terrible End, title page of a German satirical pamphlet
7186159 The Abolition of the Democratic Womens Club or, The Terrible End, title page of a German satirical pamphlet, 1848 (engraving) by German School

The Prevailing Candidate; or The Election Carried by Bribery and the Devil
7148364 The Prevailing Candidate; or The Election Carried by Bribery and the Devil, satire on the general election of 1722 (engraving) by English School

Major Cartwright, the Drum-Major of Sedition, caricature of the reformist politician John Cartwright, 1784 (engraving)
7148350 Major Cartwright, the Drum-Major of Sedition, caricature of the reformist politician John Cartwright, 1784 (engraving) by Rowlandson

View in the Hustings in Covent Garden - Westminster Election 1806 (engraving)
7148341 View in the Hustings in Covent Garden - Westminster Election 1806 (engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Rival Candidates - Great Westminster Election, 1784 (engraving)
7148318 The Rival Candidates - Great Westminster Election, 1784 (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Defeat of the High and Mighty Balissimo Corbettino and His Famed Cecilian Forces, on the Plains of St Martin
7148309 Defeat of the High and Mighty Balissimo Corbettino and His Famed Cecilian Forces, on the Plains of St Martin, on Thursday, the 3rd Day of February, 1785

George Odger, the first British Labour politician to stand for election to Parliament, 1870 (b / w photo)
7157579 George Odger, the first British Labour politician to stand for election to Parliament, 1870 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

A Split Vote and a Plumper (engraving)
7164352 A Split Vote and a Plumper (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Split Vote and a Plumper)

Westminster - the Two Shilling Butcher, satire on the 1747 general election depicting Lord Trentham
7148360 Westminster - the Two Shilling Butcher, satire on the 1747 general election depicting Lord Trentham, candidate for the constituency of Westminster, and his supporter, the Duke of Cumberland

The Old Brentford Shuttlecock, caricature of Radical politician John Horne Tooke
7148345 The Old Brentford Shuttlecock, caricature of Radical politician John Horne Tooke, elected MP for Old Sarum in a by-election in 1801 (engraving) by Gillray

The Chelmsford Petition: Patriots Addressing the Essex Calves, satire depicting a political hustings, 1808 (engraving)
7148335 The Chelmsford Petition: Patriots Addressing the Essex Calves, satire depicting a political hustings, 1808 (engraving) by Gillray

Ready Money, the Prevailing Candidate; or, the Humours of an Election, 1727 (engraving)
7148331 Ready Money, the Prevailing Candidate; or, the Humours of an Election, 1727 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ready Money)

Meeting of the Association of Independent Electors of Westminster: the Spy Detected, 1747 (engraving)
7148330 Meeting of the Association of Independent Electors of Westminster: the Spy Detected, 1747 (engraving) by English School

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"Electioneering Through the Ages: A Glimpse into Political Campaigns" Step back in time to witness the vibrant world of electioneering, where politics and art intertwine. In 1795, Copenhagen Fields in Islington, London became a hub for political discourse during an election fair. The renowned artist James Gillray captured this momentous event with his skilled brushstrokes, immortalizing the fervor that surrounded these gatherings. Fast forward to 1908 in the United States, as a conservative van traverses through bustling streets adorned with campaign posters. The US Election Campaign was at its peak, captivating citizens from coast to coast. Transporting us further into history is William Hogarth's masterpiece "The Stage Coach or Country Inn Yard" from 1747. This artwork reveals how even then, politicians utilized every opportunity to engage with voters and gain their support. Churchill himself took part in electioneering; his charismatic presence resonated with crowds as he passionately delivered speeches that stirred hearts and minds alike. Political activism knows no bounds - Gordon McLennan stands tall as both a communist and political activist who fearlessly fought for what he believed in. His dedication serves as an inspiration for generations to come. William Hogarth returns once more with "A Country Inn Yard, " reminding us that electioneering has always been deeply ingrained within society's fabric - an enduring tradition spanning centuries. As we journey across continents, Matania's depiction of Pompeii showcases how even ancient civilizations engaged in forms of public persuasion during elections, and is a testament to humanity's innate desire for democratic representation throughout history. Closer to home lies Five Points in Atlanta, Georgia - a melting pot of diverse voices united by their shared passion for democracy. Here on these streets filled with life and energy, candidates tirelessly campaigned for votes amidst cheering supporters and spirited debates. In 1915 Susan B.