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Over-taxed subjects ejected from their houses, illustration from Hutchinson
STC293137 Over-taxed subjects ejected from their houses, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22946014
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bailiff Baron Confiscated Evicted Eviction Goods Injustice King Henry I Normans Oppression Oppressor Peasantry Peasants Plead Pleading Tax Collector Taxes Villagers Confiscation
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Over-taxed subjects ejected from their houses" offers a poignant glimpse into the struggles faced by villagers in medieval England. Created by Richard Caton Woodville II in 1923 as an illustration for Hutchinson's Story of the British Nation, this print showcases the artist's exceptional talent for capturing emotional depth. The scene depicts a heart-wrenching moment of eviction, where poor peasants are forcibly removed from their homes by Norman barons. The villagers' faces reveal desperation and pleading as they confront their oppressors. King Henry I's excessive taxation policies have left them destitute, unable to pay their dues and facing harsh consequences. Woodville's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his engraving technique. Each figure conveys a sense of injustice and despair through body language and facial expressions. The tax collector stands tall with an air of indifference while confiscating goods alongside the bailiff. The composition evokes empathy for these over-taxed subjects who find themselves at the mercy of powerful forces beyond their control. It serves as a reminder that throughout history, poverty and oppression have plagued societies worldwide. This powerful image preserved in private collection allows us to reflect on our shared human experiences across time. It reminds us that even amidst progress, there are still those who suffer under unjust systems – a timeless message that resonates today just as it did nearly a century ago when Woodville first brought it to life through his artistry.
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