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The Irish Land League Agitation, Sketches in Dublin, Saturday Evening, 15 October (engraving)
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The Irish Land League Agitation, Sketches in Dublin, Saturday Evening, 15 October (engraving)
1590717 The Irish Land League Agitation, Sketches in Dublin, Saturday Evening, 15 October (engraving) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Irish Land League Agitation, Sketches in Dublin, Saturday Evening, 15 October. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 October 1881.
Harry Furniss); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22824190
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Civil Unrest Clearing Dublin Gauntlet Irish Land League Agitation Irish Land War Line Orator Part Police Repose Sackville Street Worst Ballad Singer
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The engraving titled "The Irish Land League Agitation, Sketches in Dublin, Saturday Evening, 15 October" captures a pivotal moment in Irish history. Created by Harry Furniss and published in The Illustrated London News on 29th October 1881, this artwork provides a vivid glimpse into the civil unrest that plagued Ireland during the time of the Irish Land War. In this bustling street scene on Sackville Street (now O'Connell Street), we witness the chaos and tension that defined this period. A gauntlet is thrown down as protesters clash with police officers attempting to maintain order. The air is thick with dissent as an impassioned orator addresses a crowd of young Ireland activists who seek justice for their land rights. Amidst this turmoil, we find moments of respite and reflection. A ballad singer serenades passersby with songs that echo the sentiments of those fighting for change. In contrast, individuals find solace in repose or engage in animated discussions about the ongoing struggle. This engraving serves as both a historical document and an artistic testament to the resilience and determination of those involved in the Irish Land League Agitation. It reminds us of how ordinary people came together to challenge oppressive systems and fight for their rights amidst challenging circumstances. Through its intricate details and powerful imagery, Furniss's work transports us back to that fateful evening in Dublin when hope clashed against adversity—a visual reminder of a significant chapter in Ireland's quest for independence.
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