Radical Collection

Karl Marx / Postcard
KARL MARX German radical political thinker

MALCOLM X (1925-1965). Born Malcolm Little. American religious and political leader. Photographed while giving a speech at a rally in Harlem, New York City, c1963

A climber on the classic extreme route Raven Wall on the cliffs at Bosigran, near St. Just, West Penwith, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Karl Marx / Ils 1871
KARL MARX German radical political thinker

Thomas Paine (Romney)
THOMAS PAINE Radical political writer and freethinker

Raoul Rigault
RAOUL RIGAULT French radical, prominent in the Paris Commune until he was shot by soldiers in the street, crying Vive la Commune ! Date: 1846 - 1871

Britannia in French Stays, or Re-Form at the Expense of Constitution, published by
XJF212297 Britannia in French Stays, or Re-Form at the Expense of Constitution, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1793 (etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; English

Born Malcolm Little. American religious and political leader. Photographed while giving a speech at a rally in Harlem
MALCOLM X (1925-1965). Born Malcolm Little. American religious and political leader. Photographed while giving a speech at a rally in Harlem, New York City, c1963

David Low, cartoonist
David Low (1891 - 1963), New Zealand born British political cartoonist. Drew cartoons for the Star and then Beaverbrooks Evening Standard

Comforts of a Bed of Roses, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806
NCO191273 Comforts of a Bed of Roses, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1806 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint) by Gillray

Radical Members of the South Carolina Legislature, 1868. Creator: Unknown
A carte-de-visite of sixty-four (64) so-called " Radical" members of the reconstructed South Carolina legislature after the Civil War

Brixton purgatory, 1822. Prisoners Theodore Hook, William Cobbett, Henry Hunt and Thomas Wooler on the treadmill at Brixton Prison

Letter to Lord Fairfax from Gerrard Winstanley (c. 1609-60) on behalf of the Diggers at St
XJF206134 Letter to Lord Fairfax from Gerrard Winstanley (c.1609-60) on behalf of the Diggers at St. George Hill, Surrey, printed 1649 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School

Zulu war. St Peters, Bishop Colensos church at Pietermaritz
John William Colenso, Bishop of Natal, rocked the establishment with his radical theological views and his support for the Zulu tribes

John Stuart Mill, 1873 (oil on canvas)
XJF407368 John Stuart Mill, 1873 (oil on canvas) by Watts, George Frederick (1817-1904); 66 x 53.3 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London

Portrait of Giuseppe Mazzini (oil on canvas)
XOT361292 Portrait of Giuseppe Mazzini (oil on canvas) by Italian School, (19th century); Museo del Risorgimento e della Resistenza, Vicenza, Italy; (add.info.: Mazzini (1805-1872) Italian patriot

The Spa Fields Orator Hunt-ing for Popularity to Do-Good!!, pub. by J
XJF108994 " The Spa Fields Orator Hunt-ing for Popularity to Do-Good!!", pub. by J. Sidebotham, 1817 (etching) (b&w photo) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; English

A satirical view of a French soldier guarding against radical revolutionary ideas. 1890 (french engraving)
5617242 A satirical view of a French soldier guarding against radical revolutionary ideas. 1890 (french engraving); (add.info.: 02/02/1890); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Sir Charles Wentworth Dilke, 2nd Baronet, 1843-1911
5614248 Sir Charles Wentworth Dilke, 2nd Baronet, 1843-1911; (add.info.: Sir Charles Wentworth Dilke, 2nd Baronet, 1843-1911. English Liberal and Radical politician)

Portrait of John Bright, 19th century (engraving)
3521655 Portrait of John Bright, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of John Bright (1811-1889) a British Radical and Liberal statesman

Portrait of Richard Cobden, 19th century (engraving)
3521650 Portrait of Richard Cobden, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Richard Cobden (1804-1865) English manufacturer and Radical and Liberal statesman

Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 1850
3478056 Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 2nd Baronet, of Brayton (1829-1906) an English temperance campaigner and radical

Illustration titled 'Bright on the Death of Cobden'
3077655 Illustration titled 'Bright on the Death of Cobden'; (add.info.: Illustration titled 'Bright on the Death of Cobden')

Joseph Hume, 1777-1855
5614426 Joseph Hume, 1777-1855; (add.info.: Joseph Hume, 1777-1855. Scottish doctor and Radical MP. From The Martyrs of Tolpuddle, published 1934.); Photo © Hilary Morgan.

The inaugural speech of Joseph Chamberlain in Glasgow, Scotland, 1903
5614390 The inaugural speech of Joseph Chamberlain in Glasgow, Scotland, 1903; (add.info.: The inaugural speech of Joseph Chamberlain in Glasgow, Scotland, 1903. Joseph Chamberlain, 1836-1914)

Sir Charles Wentworth Dilke, 2nd Baronet, 1843-1911
5614249 Sir Charles Wentworth Dilke, 2nd Baronet, 1843-1911; (add.info.: Sir Charles Wentworth Dilke, 2nd Baronet, 1843-1911. English Liberal and Radical politician)

Sir Charles Wentworth Dilke, 2nd Baronet, 1843 - 1911
3062117 Sir Charles Wentworth Dilke, 2nd Baronet, 1843 - 1911.; Private Collection; (add.info.: English Liberal and Radical politician)

Joseph Chamberlain
5308252 Joseph Chamberlain.; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Joseph Chamberlain (1836-1914) a British statesman who was first a radical Liberal, then, after opposing home rule for Ireland

John Wilkes
3585878 John Wilkes; (add.info.: Illustration of John Wilkes (1725-1797) an English radical, journalist, and politician. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

John Stuart Blackie (1809-1905)
863454 John Stuart Blackie (1809-1905); (add.info.: John Stuart Blackie (1809-1905) Scottish classicist and man of letters, born in Glasgow. Professor of Greek at Edinburgh University 1852-1882

Engraving of Charles Bradlaugh, 1906 (engraving)
1574497 Engraving of Charles Bradlaugh, 1906 (engraving); (add.info.: Charles Bradlaugh (1833-1891) English social reformer and radical politician

Thomas Cochrane, 1860 (engraving)
1579543 Thomas Cochrane, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of Thomas Cochrane, 10th Earl of Dundonald (1775-1860) a Scottish naval flag officer of the Royal Navy and radical politician

Richard Cobden, 1845
1577420 Richard Cobden, 1845; (add.info.: Portrait of Richard Cobden (1804-1865) was an English manufacturer and Radical and Liberal statesman associated with two major free trade campaigns

William Cobbett (1763-1835). English writer, champion of the poor and radical politician and publisher
530348 William Cobbett (1763-1835). English writer, champion of the poor and radical politician and publisher. The house at Farnham, Kent, in which Cobbett was born

Richard Cobden, 1804 - 1865. British manufacturer and Radical and Liberal statesman
878616 Richard Cobden, 1804 - 1865. British manufacturer and Radical and Liberal statesman. From Edward VII His Life and Times, published 1910.; Private Collection.

John Wilkes English radical, journalist, and politician
6266155 John Wilkes English radical, journalist, and politician; (add.info.: John Wilkes, 1725-1797. English radical, journalist, and politician.); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

Joseph Chamberlain
5308251 Joseph Chamberlain.; (add.info.: Portrait of Joseph Chamberlain (1836-1914) a British statesman who was first a radical Liberal, then, after opposing home rule for Ireland

John Wilkes
3585874 John Wilkes; (add.info.: Portrait of John Wilkes (1725-1797) an English radical, journalist, and politician. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

John Wilkes
3585873 John Wilkes; (add.info.: Illustration of John Wilkes (1725-1797) an English radical, journalist, and politician. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Hartford Convention or Leap no leap, 1814
1575033 The Hartford Convention or Leap no leap, 1814; (add.info.: The Hartford Convention or Leap no leap by William Charles)

The London County Council
5307240 The London County Council.; (add.info.: Political cartoon commenting on the London County Council constituted by the Local Government Act of 1888)

Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 1850
3478047 Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Sir Wilfrid Lawson, 2nd Baronet, of Brayton (1829-1906) an English temperance campaigner and radical

Modern Reformers in Council, published July 3, 1818. Creator: Isaac Robert Cruikshank
Modern Reformers in Council, published July 3, 1818

Luddites smash weaving machinery in a Nottingham textile factory. The Luddites were a movement of radical group of English textile workers

William Lovett
3782825 William Lovett; (add.info.: William Lovett - from engraving by A. Harral after Anelay, 1847. British radical, leader of the political movement Chartism)

There's more ways than one or Coalition Expedients, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1788 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO191248 There's more ways than one or Coalition Expedients, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1788 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

The Prince at Grass and The Prince in Clover, published by S.W. Fores in 1787 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO193109 The Prince at Grass and The Prince in Clover, published by S.W. Fores in 1787 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

French Caricatures, Hodgepodge of Heads
A selection of caricatures of prominent French figures, including Minister of Public Works Pierre Baudin, painter Albert Pierre Rene Maignan, historian and journalist Georges Eugene Sorel

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"Unveiling the Radical Minds: From Marx to Malcolm X, a Journey of Revolution" Step into the world thinkers and leaders as we explore their profound impact on history. Karl Marx, with his groundbreaking ideas on socialism and class struggle, laid the foundation for a new era. A postcard from that time takes us back to the essence of his revolutionary spirit. Malcolm X, born Malcolm Little, emerged as an American religious and political leader who fearlessly fought against racial injustice. His powerful presence is captured in a photograph during one of his impassioned speeches in Harlem. Just like a climber conquering Raven Wall's extreme route near St Bosigran cliffs, these radicals scaled societal barriers to challenge norms and ignite change. Thomas Paine's influence resonates even today through his thought-provoking works such as "Common Sense. " In 1871, Karl Marx found himself entangled in political turmoil alongside Raoul Rigault amidst Britannia's French stays. Their relentless pursuit for reform came at great expense but left an indelible mark on history. A cartoon by David Low satirically depicts the comforts of those who resisted radical ideas – preferring to remain in their bed of roses rather than face reality head-on. However, true progress often requires stepping out of comfort zones. The South Carolina Legislature saw radical members rise up in 1868; their actions challenged existing power structures and paved the way for greater equality. Unknown creators immortalized this momentous event through an evocative image. Brixton purgatory serves as a reminder that radicalism can manifest itself not only within politics but also within communities striving for change. This depiction from 1822 reflects both struggles faced and victories achieved along this arduous path towards transformation. Join us on this captivating journey where radicals dared to question conventions, challenge authority, and shape our world forevermore.