Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Kennington
Nomination Day
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Storehouse
Nomination Day
July 1865: Nomination at Kennington Park for a Lambeth Election. The crowd is being watched over by a lone mounted policeman. (Photo by HultonArchive/Illustrated London News/Getty Images)
Unleash your creativity and transform your space into a visual masterpiece!
Hulton Archive
Media ID 34561733
Anim Back View Format Landscape Horse Sign Working Animal
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> House Mouse
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Landscape art
> Landscape paintings
> Europe
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Boroughs
> Lambeth
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Kennington
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Lambeth
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Posters
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Related Images
> Fine Art Storehouse
> Hulton Archive
EDITORS COMMENTS
Nomination Day at Kennington Park, London, 1865: A Snapshot of Electoral Politics in Victorian England This evocative photograph, taken by the Illustrated London News, captures the atmosphere of Nomination Day at Kennington Park in London during the summer of 1865. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the electoral process during the Victorian era, a time when politics and public participation were undergoing significant changes. In the foreground, a crowd of men, dressed in their Sunday best, gather around a makeshift platform. The scene is one of anticipation and excitement, as the nomination of candidates for the Lambeth election is about to take place. The air is thick with the buzz of political debate, as supporters of various parties jostle for position, eager to secure their preferred candidate's nomination. A lone mounted policeman stands watch over the scene, his steely gaze fixed on the crowd. His horse, tethered to a nearby tree, seems unfazed by the commotion around them. The presence of the policeman underscores the importance of maintaining order during this period of heightened political tension. The backdrop of the photograph features a row of houses, their red brick facades a stark contrast to the grey skies above. A large sign, bearing the words "GOV'T BRI" and "ELEC 1860," can be seen in the distance, a reminder of the government's role in overseeing the electoral process. This photograph, with its intriguing composition and historical significance, offers a unique window into the past. It provides a snapshot of the electoral politics of Victorian England, a time when the franchise was expanding, and the role of the electorate in shaping the political landscape was becoming more pronounced.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
