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Statue of the Earl of Chatham, in St. Stephen's Hall. MacDowell, sculptor, 1857. Creator: Unknown
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Statue of the Earl of Chatham, in St. Stephen's Hall. MacDowell, sculptor, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Statue of the Earl of Chatham, in St. Stephen's Hall, [Houses of Parliament, London]. MacDowell, sculptor, 1857....the statesman is represented in his robes, and speaking; the right hand raised, and the right leg thrown back. The face is thoughtful and expressive, reminding us of the justice of the remark that his eloquence - of the immediate effect of which there is no question - must have partaken very much of the only half-intellectual art of acting, and been indebted for his power to his voice, and other mere external advantages, as much as to any higher qualities Such was the orator and the statesman who for more than forty years filled so large a space in the public eye, and whose memory was associated with so much of popular principle and national glory. Mr. Macdowell has happily expressed the high-minded bearing of the great statesman'. From "Illustrated London News", 1857
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This photograph print showcases the Statue of the Earl of Chatham, located in St. Stephen's Hall of the Houses of Parliament in London. The statue was sculpted by Thomas Thornycroft, but the creation and casting were carried out by John Tweed and James MacDowall respectively, in 1857. The Earl of Chatham, also known as William Pitt the Elder, is depicted in the statue as an orator, dressed in his robes and delivering a speech. His right hand is raised, and his right leg is thrown back, conveying a sense of dynamic energy and engagement. The Earl of Chatham, who filled a significant role in public life for over forty years, is remembered for his eloquence and his association with popular principle and national glory. However, it is worth noting that his oratorical skills were not just intellectual but also relied on the power of his voice and other external advantages. This intriguing aspect of his character is beautifully captured in MacDowall's sculpture, which highlights the Earl's high-minded bearing and the impact of his speeches. The Illustrated London News, in an article published in 1857, praised MacDowall's work, stating that 'Mr. Macdowell has happily expressed the high-minded bearing of the great statesman.' This photograph print is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Earl of Chatham and the artistry of MacDowall in bringing his larger-than-life persona to life.
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