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Fine Art Print : Robert Peel(Y) / Leech1850
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Robert Peel(Y) / Leech1850
sir ROBERT PEEL statesman : Punch pays tribute to his Free Trade policy resulting in cheap bread for the working classes
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1788 1850 Bread Cheap Classes Free Pays Peel Policy Resulting Tribute
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: "Sir Robert Peel (Y) / Leech1850" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating print, featuring Sir Robert Peel, the 19th-century British statesman, pays tribute to his groundbreaking Free Trade policy. The iconic image from Punch magazine, published in 1850, symbolizes the far-reaching impact of Peel's reforms on the working classes, as depicted by the symbolic loaf of cheap bread. Bring this piece of historical art into your home or office to inspire and educate, and add a touch of timeless elegance to your decor. Order your print today and join the legacy of this influential figure in history.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.2cm x 50.8cm (14.6" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Leech1850, titled "Sir Robert Peel: Punch pays tribute to his Free Trade policy resulting in cheap bread for the working classes," is a poignant reminder of the significant impact Sir Robert Peel had on British history. Dated 1850, the image depicts Sir Robert Peel, a prominent 19th-century statesman, with a top hat in hand as he extends it towards a group of working-class individuals, who in turn, offer him loaves of bread. The symbolism in this image is profound, as it represents Peel's groundbreaking Free Trade policy, which led to the importation of cheaper grains from abroad, ultimately resulting in more affordable bread for the working classes. Born in 1788, Sir Robert Peel served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice, from 1834 to 1835 and from 1841 to 1846. During his tenure, he introduced several reforms, including the repeal of the Corn Laws, which were protective tariffs on imported grain. This policy shift paved the way for the importation of cheaper grain, which in turn led to a decrease in the price of bread. This was a significant development, as bread was a staple food for the working classes, and any reduction in its cost was a welcome relief for them. The print by Leech1850 is not only a tribute to Sir Robert Peel's political acumen but also a testament to his commitment to improving the lives of the working classes. The image encapsulates the spirit of the era, highlighting the social and economic issues of the time while acknowledging the efforts of a visionary leader who sought to address them. This historical print is an essential addition to any collection focusing on British history, politics, and social reform.
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