Jigsaw Puzzle : Caricature of W E Gladstone, Liberal Prime Minister
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Caricature of W E Gladstone, Liberal Prime Minister
Caricature of W E Gladstone (1809-1898), Liberal Prime Minister -- Mr Gladstone has passed a quiet night, and the Coercion Bill (resulting in the Irish Coercion Act).
1881
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Media ID 14310450
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
1881 Bill Bryan Elderly Entracte Frail Gladstone Health Illness Liberal Minister Prime Stick Coercion
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the wit and political satire of the past with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This captivating puzzle features a caricature of William E. Gladstone, the Liberal Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, as depicted in a humorous illustration by Terry Parker from Mary Evans Picture Library. Dated back to 1881, this image captures Gladstone's famous Coercion Bill, which led to the Irish Coercion Act. Piece together this intriguing piece of history and bring this lively caricature to life in your own home. Engage in a fun and educational experience with our high-quality, intricately designed jigsaw puzzles.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
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 caricature depicts the venerable William E. Gladstone, Liberal Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, in the late 1880s during a tumultuous period in British politics. Known as the 'Grand Old Man' of British politics, Gladstone had already served as Prime Minister twice before, and at the age of 72, he was once again leading the country, this time with a focus on passing the Coercion Bill in response to unrest in Ireland. The image captures Gladstone's frail and elderly appearance, with his top hat perched atop his thinning white hair, a coat draped over his shoulders, and a cane in hand. His expression is one of determination and resolve, despite the apparent strain on his health. In the background, we see the shadowy figure of Alfred Bryan, a prominent political cartoonist and caricaturist, adding to the satirical tone of the piece. The Coercion Bill, also known as the Irish Coercion Act, was a controversial piece of legislation that granted the British government greater powers to suppress civil unrest in Ireland. The bill was met with fierce opposition, both in Ireland and in the UK, and its passage marked a significant turning point in the long-standing struggle for Irish home rule. Despite the challenges and controversies, Gladstone remained a formidable figure in British politics, and this caricature serves as a testament to his enduring influence and the tumultuous political climate of the late 19th century.
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