Fine Art Print : Irish Peasants attacking an Eviction Party, Ireland, 1887
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Irish Peasants attacking an Eviction Party, Ireland, 1887
Engraving showing several poor Irish farmers preparing to attack an eviction party with boulders, Ireland, 1887. Absentee landlords evicted tenant farmers who could not pay their rent during the agricultural depression in Ireland. The farmers who could afford to emigrated, those who couldn t died or resorted to violence to try and keep the land
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1887 Afford Agricultural Attack Attacking Boulders Depression Died Emigrated Evicted Eviction Farmers Peasants Poor Preparing Rent Tenant Violence Absentee Landlords Resorted
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history through the power of art with our Fine Art Print of 'Irish Peasants Attacking an Eviction Party' by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating engraving, dated 1887, depicts a pivotal moment in Irish history as impoverished farmers prepare to resist an eviction party. Witness the determination and courage of those fighting against the harsh realities of absentee landlords and economic hardship. Bring this poignant piece of history into your home or office and ignite meaningful conversations. Order now and add a touch of historical significance to your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving captures a pivotal moment in Irish history during the agricultural depression of the late 19th century. The image depicts several impoverished Irish peasants preparing to attack an eviction party in 1887. At the time, absentee landlords were evicting tenant farmers who were unable to pay their rent. With many farmers emigrating to countries like the United States or Canada, those who could not afford to leave were left to suffer or resort to desperate measures to keep their land. The agricultural depression in Ireland was a devastating period, marked by widespread poverty, hunger, and social unrest. The potato famine of the late 1840s had already claimed the lives of over one million people, and the situation had not improved significantly in the following decades. The eviction process was often violent, with landlords bringing in the local constabulary to enforce their will. In this scene, the Irish peasants are shown armed with boulders, ready to confront the eviction party. The tension is palpable, as both sides brace for a potentially deadly confrontation. The image is a stark reminder of the desperation and despair that drove many Irish people to take extreme measures during this difficult period in their history. The agricultural depression in Ireland lasted for several decades, and it wasn't until the early 20th century that the situation began to improve. However, the legacy of this period can still be felt in Irish society today, with many of the issues that arose during this time continuing to be relevant in the 21st century.
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