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Bread riot at the entrance to the House of Commons, 1815 (engraving)
3245399 Bread riot at the entrance to the House of Commons, 1815 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures
Media ID 25057250
© Peter Newark Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Agitation Bread Corn Laws House Of Commons Hunger Hungry Lamp Post Lamp Posts Lamppost Lampposts Parliament Riot Riots Unrest
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Bread Riot at the House of Commons poster print. This engraving, created by the British School in the 19th century, depicts a pivotal moment in history: the bread riot at the entrance to the House of Commons in 1815. Witness the intensity and passion of the crowd as they demand action against the rising bread prices. Add this historic piece to your home or office to spark conversation and inspire reflection on the power of the people. Part of our Media Storehouse collection from Bridgeman Images and Fine Art Finder, this poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.7cm (11.9" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving titled "Bread Riot at the Entrance to the House of Commons, 1815" transports us back to a tumultuous moment in British history. The image depicts a scene of chaos and unrest outside the iconic House of Commons in London. Lamp posts line the street, their glow casting an eerie light on the desperate crowd that has gathered. The year is 1815, and Britain is grappling with widespread poverty and hunger caused by oppressive corn laws. Frustrated by their dire circumstances, ordinary citizens have taken to the streets in protest. This powerful visual captures both their hunger for sustenance and their thirst for political change. The artist skillfully conveys movement and action as people surge forward towards Parliament's entrance, demanding attention from those inside. Faces etched with desperation reflect a society pushed to its limits by economic inequality. In this historic moment frozen in time, we witness not only a bread riot but also a larger movement fueled by political agitation. The engraving serves as a stark reminder of how hunger can ignite social unrest and drive individuals to challenge established power structures. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's private collection, it prompts us to reflect on our own world today – where poverty still persists amidst plenty – reminding us that art has always been an instrument for capturing societal struggles throughout history.
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