Framed Print : Journalists Protest
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Journalists Protest
Journalists meet to protest the stricter censorship imposed by Charles Xs government
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Media ID 585518
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1830 Censorship Imposed Journalists Meet Protest
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Journalists Protest" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures the spirit of resistance as journalists gather to protest the oppressive censorship imposed by the government of Charles X in 1835. The intricate details and rich colors of this historic photograph are beautifully preserved in this high-quality framed print. Add this evocative piece to your home or office to inspire freedom of speech and press, making it a thoughtful addition to any space. Embrace the past while adding a touch of timeless elegance to your décor with this exquisite journalistic masterpiece from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, a large group of journalists gather in the heart of Paris, France, in the sweltering summer heat of July 1830. The occasion for their meeting was not a celebration or a jovial get-together but rather a solemn protest against the increasingly stricter censorship imposed by the government of King Charles X. The monarch, who had come to power in 1824, had grown increasingly authoritarian in his rule, and his administration had taken steps to restrict the freedom of the press. The journalists, who were a vital part of the Fourth Estate, saw their livelihoods and their ability to hold the powerful accountable being threatened. The image captures the journalists in various stages of animated discussion, their faces etched with determination and resolve. Some clench pens and papers, while others brandish quills and inkpots. The group is framed by the arches of a grand building, perhaps the Palais Bourbon or the Palais Royal, symbols of the French monarchy and the seat of government power. The protest was a pivotal moment in the history of journalism and press freedom in France. It marked the beginning of the end for the Bourbon monarchy and the start of a new era of political and press freedom. The July Monarchy that followed, which lasted until the Revolution of 1848, saw the press flourish and the emergence of some of the most influential newspapers and journalists in French history. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the vital role that a free and independent press plays in holding those in power accountable and ensuring that the voices of the people are heard. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of the journalists of the past and a call to remember the importance of press freedom in the present day.
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