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Fine Art Print : Great Autumn Manoeuvre, 1873. Artist: Joseph Swain
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Great Autumn Manoeuvre, 1873. Artist: Joseph Swain
Great Autumn Manoeuvre, 1873. Watched by a baleful Disraeli, Leader of the Conservative opposition, the Liberal Prime Minister, Gladstone, hands a puzzled yokel his franchise. This relates to the bill proposing the franchise for agricultural workers proposed by Sir Charles Trevelyan in July 1873. From Punch, or the London Charivari, August 9, 1873
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Beaconsfield Benjamin Benjamin Disraeli Disraeli Dizzy Earl Of Beaconsfield Gladstone Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Joseph Swain Labourer Liberal Liberal Party Lord Lord Beaconsfield Prime Minister Puzzled Sir John Tenniel Swain Tenniel Viscount Hughendon Of Hughendon Vote William Ewart William Ewart Gladstone Franchise
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's collection. Witness the political tension of the past come to life in Joseph Swain's "Great Autumn Manoeuvre, 1873," skillfully illustrated by John Tenniel. This iconic image, featuring Benjamin Disraeli and William Ewart Gladstone, captures the moment of confusion and intrigue as Gladstone hands a puzzled yokel his franchise. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to ignite conversations and inspire historical exploration. With its rich colors and intricate details, this Fine Art Print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.5cm x 50.8cm (14.4" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print titled "Great Autumn Manoeuvre, 1873" we are transported back to a significant moment in British political history. The artist, Joseph Swain, skillfully captures the essence of the scene with his satirical cartoon depiction. The focus is on two prominent figures: Benjamin Disraeli and William Ewart Gladstone. Disraeli, the Leader of the Conservative opposition at that time, watches intently as Gladstone, the Liberal Prime Minister, hands a puzzled yokel his franchise. This gesture symbolizes Sir Charles Trevelyan's bill proposing voting rights for agricultural workers in July 1873. The image reflects the tension between these two influential politicians and their differing ideologies regarding laborers' enfranchisement. While Disraeli appears baleful and skeptical of extending voting rights to common people, Gladstone seems determined to bridge this gap by granting them access to participate in democracy. Swain's monochrome engraving adds depth and intensity to this historical moment captured from Punch magazine on August 9th, 1873. It serves as a reminder of how politics has always been intertwined with power struggles and debates over representation. This heritage image partnership showcases not only Swain's artistic talent but also highlights notable statesmen like Disraeli and Gladstone who played pivotal roles during Britain's nineteenth-century political landscape. As we gaze upon this print today, it invites us to reflect on our own democratic principles while appreciating the rich history behind it all.
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