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Drawing lots for admission to the Strangers Gallery (engraving)
728546 Drawing lots for admission to the Strangers Gallery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drawing lots for admission to the Strangers Gallery, House of Commons. Published in the Illustrated London News, 12 March 1881.); Look and Learn / Bernard Platman Antiquarian Collection
Media ID 22708746
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Admission House Of Commons Lots Parliament Buildings Strangers Gallery
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This engraving, titled "Drawing lots for admission to the Strangers Gallery" takes us back to 19th century England. The scene depicts a significant moment in British parliamentary history - the process of allocating limited seats in the prestigious Strangers Gallery at the House of Commons. The image showcases a group of men eagerly gathered around a table, each holding a small piece of paper tightly between their fingers. Their expressions reveal both anticipation and anxiety as they await their fate. In this drawing, we witness democracy in action as these individuals partake in an ancient tradition - drawing lots. The grand interiors of the parliament buildings serve as an impressive backdrop, emphasizing the importance and gravity associated with this event. The artist's attention to detail transports us back to Victorian London, capturing not only architectural elements but also intricate period clothing worn by those present. This print offers a glimpse into British culture during that era; it symbolizes transparency and equal opportunity within democratic institutions. It reminds us that even in times long past, people have strived for inclusion and representation within political systems. As we observe this historical moment frozen in time through Bernard Platman's Antiquarian Collection, we are reminded of our shared heritage and how far society has come since then.
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