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Honour to Agneta Frances Ramsay! Cambridge, June, 1887. Artist: George du Maurier
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Honour to Agneta Frances Ramsay! Cambridge, June, 1887. Artist: George du Maurier
Honour to Agneta Frances Ramsay! Cambridge, June, 1887. Mr Punch bows to Agneta Frances Ramsay who sat, and passed with First Class Honours, the papers set, but could not receive a degree as Cambridge did not award them to women at this time. Cartoon from Punch, London, 2 July 1887
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Honour to Agneta Frances Ramsay! Cambridge, June, 1887. In this print by George du Maurier, we witness a powerful moment in history. The scene depicts Mr Punch, the iconic character from Punch magazine, bowing respectfully to Agneta Frances Ramsay. She sits elegantly in her Victorian gown and mortarboard hat, symbolizing her academic achievements. Agneta Frances Ramsay had successfully passed the rigorous exams set by Cambridge University with First Class Honours. However, due to the prevailing sexism of the time, she was denied the opportunity to receive a degree simply because she was a woman. This cartoon serves as a poignant critique of gender discrimination prevalent in 19th century Britain. It highlights the absurdity of denying women access to higher education solely based on their sex. The image also features an adorable dog sitting beside Agneta Frances Ramsay in a railway carriage compartment. This clever addition adds an element of charm and companionship amidst the serious subject matter. Through this satirical engraving, George du Maurier sheds light on issues surrounding sexual equality and challenges societal norms that hindered women's progress during that era. Today, this print stands as a reminder of how far we have come in our fight for gender equality while acknowledging those who bravely paved the way for future generations.
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