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Rag-Time in the House, January 29, 1913 (etching)
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Rag-Time in the House, January 29, 1913 (etching)
867817 Rag-Time in the House, January 29, 1913 (etching) by Partridge, Bernard John (1861-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A cartoon lampooning the unusual political alliances formed as a result of Sir Edward Greys Woman Suffrage Amendment.)
Media ID 25132336
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Alliance Anti Anti Suffrage Banner Banners Choreography Formal Statesmen Suffrage Voting White Tie Womens Alliances Rag Time Ragtime
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The etching "Rag-Time in the House, January 29,1913" by Bernard John Partridge captures a moment of political satire and social commentary. Depicting an unusual alliance formed as a result of Sir Edward Grey's Woman Suffrage Amendment, the cartoon lampoons the unexpected partnerships that emerged during this time. In the image, we see men and women dancing together in a lively rag-time dance. The dancers include politicians and statesmen who are typically seen as serious figures engaged in formal politics. However, here they let loose and embrace a free and easy atmosphere. The banners held by some of the dancers reveal their allegiances to different causes. This visual element highlights how these alliances were formed based on shared interests rather than traditional political affiliations. Partridge's work cleverly uses humor to comment on the suffrage movement in England at that time. By portraying politicians engaging with women's issues through dance, he satirizes their attempts to appease or manipulate public opinion. This etching provides us with insight into both the political climate of early 20th-century Britain and society's changing attitudes towards gender equality. It serves as a reminder that even amidst serious debates and discussions, moments of levity can arise where people come together for unexpected reasons.
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