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Strike Home!, 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain
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Strike Home!, 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain
Strike Home!, 1872. The baker is on strike and the British worker wonders where he will get his dinner from. This relates to the strike amongst bakers which followed hard on the heels of the extensive strike amongst the countrys carpenters. It was to be followed before the end of the year by a strike amongst the Metropolitan police and the capitals gas-workers. From Punch, or the London Charivari, October 5, 1872
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Baker Concern Doorway Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Joseph Swain Sir John Tenniel Strike Striker Swain Tenniel
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Strike Home!, 1872
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is a captivating print that captures the essence of the labor strikes that plagued Britain in the late 19th century. The image portrays a scene filled with concern and uncertainty, as a British worker stands at a doorway, contemplating where he will get his dinner from amidst the ongoing baker's strike. The artist, Joseph Swain, skillfully depicts the atmosphere of tension and struggle through his intricate detailing. The central figure's furrowed brow and pensive expression reflect not only his personal worry but also symbolize the collective anxiety felt by workers during this tumultuous time. In this thought-provoking artwork, Swain highlights how one strike can trigger a domino effect within society. He alludes to previous strikes among carpenters and foreshadows future ones among police officers and gas-workers. Through this visual narrative, Swain sheds light on the interconnectedness of different professions and their shared struggles for fair working conditions. Accompanied by John Tenniel's artistic collaboration, "Strike Home!, 1872" becomes an evocative representation of social unrest in Victorian England. This heritage image partnership offers us a glimpse into history while reminding us of the enduring relevance of workers' rights movements today.
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