Speaker Collection (page 8)

A speaker addresses her fellow women revolutionaries in the church of Saint-Germain l Auxerrois during the Paris Commune Date: 1871

Henry Clay, 1821. Creator: Charles Bird King
Henry Clay, 1821

The General Election - Free Fooders
Comic Postcard series - The General Election - Free Fooders. Candidates at a hustings face the warth of the electorate and also face a barrage of eggs and vegeatbles

The Dialectician (Der Dialektforscher), 1911. Creator: Moritz Jung
The Dialectician (Der Dialektforscher), 1911

Jim Hart, Cleethorpes, 2007. Creator: Brian Foskett
Jim Hart, Cleethorpes, 2007

H. W. Beecher, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888
H.W. Beecher, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

LARGE BANQUET 1863
A lone speaker holds forth at a vast formal banquet. Date: 1863

ELECTRO-CHEMICAL PHONE
Edisons Electro-chemical telephone. Date: 1879

HYDE PARK DEMO
Suffragettes speaking at a Hyde Park demonstration. Date: 14 July 1912

COMMUNE / MEETING
A woman addresses the crowd during a political meeting held in a church Date: 1871

DOROTHY JEFFREY / CORNISH
Dorothy Jeffrey (nee Pentreath) Allegedly the last speaker of Cornish. Date: 1685 - 1777

PARNELL REMOVED / 1881
By order of the Speaker, Charles Stewart Parnell is removed from the Commons by the sergeant-at-arms for obstruction. Date: 3 February 1881

FABIAN SOCIETY 1892
The Fabian Society meets at Essex Hall, London Date: 1892

Speakers State Coach 1847
The Speakers State Coach Date: 1847

Magazine cover, dog and radio - His Masters Voice. Date: 1924

Opening session of the First State Duma, Russia
The opening session of the short-lived First State Duma (legislative assembly), which lasted until July but was deadlocked when radicals challenged fundamental laws. Date: April 1906

Futuristic dictation machine
A futuristic dictation machine, which allows a businessman to dictate his correspondence without the need for a secretary. Date: 1899

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Ireland, County Kildare, Celbridge, Castletown House, The Long Gallery, Detail of the Pompeian style decor

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Ireland, County Kildare, Celbridge, Castletown House, The Long Gallery, Detail of the Pompeian style decor

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Ireland, County Kildare, Celbridge, Castletown House, The Long Gallery

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Ireland, County Kildare, Celbridge, Castletown House, The State Bedroom

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Ireland, County Kildare, Celbridge, Castletown House, The Staircase Hall

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Ireland, County Kildare, Celbridge, Castletown House, The Blue Bedroom

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Ireland, County Kildare, Celbridge, Castletown House, The Dining Room

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Ireland, County Kildare, Celbridge, Castletown House, The Red Drawing Room

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Austria, Vienna, Polished brass bell and names of residents at apartment entrance

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Austria, Vienna, Polished brass bell and names of residents at entrance to apartment

Gulian Verplanck, 1771. Creator: John Singleton Copley
Gulian Verplanck, 1771

Clerkenwell Green, London, c1890. Creator: Unknown
Clerkenwell Green, London, c1890. From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol. V." [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, c1890]

Illumination from the Charter of Kings College Cambridge, 1446
3086774 Illumination from the Charter of Kings College Cambridge, 1446 by English School, (15th century); Kings College, Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: The Founders Charter upon Act of Parliament)

Andreu Buenafuente (1965 -), Catalan journalist in radio and television

Fray Luis de Granada (1504-1588), Spanish writer and speaker, engraving of the collection Illustrious Men

Second Republic (1931-1939), poster of the electoral campaign advertising a rally in which Gil Robles was the speaker, Barcelona 1935

Election fair, Copenhagen Fields, London, 1795. Artist: James Gillray
Election fair, Copenhagen Fields, London, 1795. I tell you, citizens, we mean to new-dress the Constitution and turn it, and set a new nap on it Shakespeare

St Pauls Cross and old St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1621 (1650). View with figures gathered around listening to a speaker

A smoking club, House of Commons, London, 1793. Depicting the House of Commons burlesqued as a smoking club whose quarrelsome members - Fox, Dundas, Pitt, etc. are puffing smoke at each other

Pray remember us poor children, 1795. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank
Pray remember us poor children, 1795. Duke of York, Duke of Clarence and Prince of Wales at the door of the House of Commons. Henry Addington, Charles Fox and William Pitt speak

House of Commons, Palace of Westminster, London, 1785
Interior view of the House of Commons, in the Palace of Westminster, London, showing parliament in session; with a list of Speakers of the House of Commons in the margins

Lawrence Insula, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, 2014. Artist
Lawrence Insula, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, 2014

Soweto Kinch, Brecon, 2005. Artists: Brian O Connor, Soweto Kinch
Soweto Kinch, Brecon, 2005

Sixth form conference, Sheffield University, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1967. Artist
Sixth form conference, Sheffield University, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1967

This is a Photograph of J. Krishnamurti, c1911, (1911). Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895-1986) Speaker, writer, philosopher, advocating a psychological revolution. From Bibbys Annual 1911, [J

A lecture at the Royal Society of Arts, London, c1903 (1903). The Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (Royal Society of Arts)

Reform demonstration in Hyde Park, London, 19th century (1906). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. VIII. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1906]

Advert for Western Electric Company wireless frame aerial sets, 1923. A print from The Magpie, 1923

The Congress of Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands, 18th century (19th century). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Volume IV, published by Cassell, Petter, Galpin and Co (London)

Kerb-side gramophone-player, Holborn, London, 1926-1927. Illustration from Wonderful London, volume I, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)

The kings first parliament, 1902-1903. Artist: Arthur Cox Illustrating Co
The kings first parliament, 1902-1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1902-1903, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, volume 8, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London)

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"Captivating the Masses: The Timeless Power of the Speaker" From the iconic RCA Victor trademark featuring Nipper the dog to William Pitt the Younger's impassioned address in Parliament, speakers have always held a special place in history. They possess an innate ability to captivate and inspire, leaving an indelible mark on society. Step back into c1920 with an American lithograph poster showcasing Nipper, forever associated with RCA Victor. This beloved image symbolizes not only a brand but also the profound connection between music and emotions that they can evoke. Imagine being transported to The Fox Theatre in Detroit, Michigan - The Auditorium alive with energy as a speaker takes center stage. Keir Hardie addressing suffragettes at Trafalgar Square or Suffragette Votes for Women Meeting demonstrates how speakers have played pivotal roles in advocating for social change throughout history. Even political leaders like Vladimir Lenin recognized the power of their words. In Irakliy Toidze's oil painting "Lenin Rallying the People, " we witness Lenin harnessing his oratory skills to mobilize masses towards revolution, and are not limited to grand stages; they have been present even in more intimate settings. An 18th-century artwork depicting a smoking club reminds us that discussions and debates were not exclusive to formal assemblies but also took place among friends sharing ideas over tobacco-filled rooms. The fight for women's rights has seen countless powerful speeches delivered by courageous individuals who dared challenge societal norms. A glimpse into a Women's Rights Demo from 1906 showcases their determination and resilience against all odds. In times of emergencies, it is often through loudspeakers that crucial information reaches our ears swiftly and efficiently. Early fire brigade street alarms served as vital tools for public safety, reminding us that they are essential beyond just entertainment or politics. Lastly, let us not forget historic moments such as The Opening of Parliament depicted in a lithograph, where speakers set the tone for governance and democracy.