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Cartoon, Excelsior! (Suffragist as Sisyphus)
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Cartoon, Excelsior! (Suffragist as Sisyphus)
Cartoon, Excelsior! A Suffragette depicted as Sisyphus pushing the large boulder of Womens Suffrage up the Parliament Hill. " Its no good talking to me about Sisyphus; he was only a Man!"
1910
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Excelsior! A Suffragette's Enduring Struggle: The Power of Perseverance as Depicted in a 1910 Cartoon This powerful and evocative cartoon, titled "Excelsior! A Suffragette depicted as Sisyphus pushing the large boulder of Women's Suffrage up Parliament Hill," captures the essence of the suffragette movement during the early 1910s. The suffragette, portrayed as a determined and strong woman, is shown pushing a massive boulder labeled "Women's Suffrage" up the steep hill of Parliament, with the caption "It's no good talking to me about Sisyphus; he was only a Man!" The reference to Sisyphus, a mythological figure condemned to roll a boulder up a hill only to have it roll back down, highlights the seemingly endless and futile nature of the suffragettes' fight for the right to vote. Yet, despite the challenges and setbacks, the suffragette in this cartoon remains unwavering in her resolve, her expression conveying a fierce determination and unyielding spirit. The suffragette movement was a critical social issue during the early 1900s, as women fought for the right to vote and be recognized as equal citizens. The militant suffragettes, in particular, employed various tactics, from peaceful protests to more confrontational methods, to draw attention to their cause and pressure the government to grant women the vote. This cartoon, created in 1910, serves as a poignant reminder of the strength and resilience of the suffragettes and their unwavering commitment to the cause of women's suffrage. The raven perched on the hill, watching the suffragette's struggle, symbolizes the observation and scrutiny the suffragettes faced during their fight for equality. The punchline of the cartoon, with the suffragette dismissing Sisyphus as "only a Man," underscores the suffragettes' belief in their own power and ability to bring about change. Overall, this powerful image encapsulates the spirit of the suffragette movement and the enduring struggle for women's rights.
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