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West End riots, 1886 - What do you think?
three unemployed men debating the issues of the moment, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886. At an open air meeting of unemployed East End dock workers and artisans in Trafalgar Square, the people were stirred to violence following incendiary speeches, and rioted, causing havoc in the fashionable streets of the West End. Date: 1886
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1886 Artisans Audience Debate Demonstration Discuss Discussion Dock Jun16 Riots Separate Trafalgar Unemployed
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Add a touch of historical intrigue to your home or office with our Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "West End Riots, 1886 - What do you think?" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative sketch, depicting three unemployed men deep in conversation amidst the chaos of Trafalgar Square during the West End Riots of 1886, is a compelling snapshot of a pivotal moment in London's history. Bring the past to life with this beautifully framed and preserved print, sure to spark conversation and inspire reflection. Order now and step back in time.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative sketch captures a pivotal moment during the West End Riots of 1886, as three unemployed men engage in a passionate debate amidst the chaos of Trafalgar Square. The open-air meeting, attended by East End dock workers and artisans, had been stirred to violence following inflammatory speeches. The once peaceful gathering had transformed into a mob, causing widespread havoc in the fashionable streets of London's West End. The image offers a unique glimpse into the raw emotions and intense discussions taking place during this tumultuous time. The men, with their determined expressions and animated gestures, appear deeply invested in their conversation, oblivious to the unrest unfolding around them. Their intense focus on the issues at hand underscores the profound sense of frustration and desperation felt by the working class during this period. The West End Riots were a turning point in British history, marking a significant moment in the struggle for workers' rights and social justice. This poignant sketch serves as a powerful reminder of the passion and determination that fueled the working class movement, and the profound impact it had on the political and social landscape of the time. Taken at the height of the demonstration, this image offers a unique perspective on the events that unfolded in Trafalgar Square on that fateful day in 1886. The men in the foreground, with their backs to the viewer, invite us to join their conversation and consider the complex issues that drove the working class to revolt against the status quo.
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