Photographic Print : Bradlaugh / Punch
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Bradlaugh / Punch
CHARLES BRADLAUGH Statesman and reformer expelled from the Commons for refusing to take the oath of allegiance, 1880
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Media ID 581281
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1833 1891 Allegiance Bradlaugh Commons Expelled Oath Punch Reformer Refusing
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Bradlaugh / Punch" photograph from our Media Storehouse collection at Mary Evans Picture Library. This iconic image captures Charles Bradlaugh, the renowned statesman and reformer, who made headlines in 1880 when he was expelled from the British Commons for refusing to take the oath of allegiance. The powerful composition of this photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, encapsulates the intensity and determination of Bradlaugh's stance. Bring this piece of history to life in your home or office with our high-quality photographic prints. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Add this timeless image to your collection and let the story of Bradlaugh's unwavering commitment to his beliefs inspire and captivate you every day.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.3cm x 35.5cm (10.4" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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 striking image captures the defiant moment when Charles Bradlaugh, the charismatic and controversial British statesman and reformer, was expelled from the House of Commons in 1880 for refusing to take the oath of allegiance. Bradlaugh, a leading figure in the secularist movement, had long advocated for the separation of church and state and refused to swear on a Bible, instead insisting on swearing on a copy of the Constitution. The cartoon, published in Punch magazine in 1891, depicts Bradlaugh standing tall and unbowed before the Speaker of the House, who looks on in disbelief as other members of Parliament look on in shock. The caption reads, "The Expulsion of Bradlaugh," and the satirical tone of the magazine is evident in the exaggerated expressions and caricatured features of the figures. Bradlaugh's expulsion was a significant moment in British political history, highlighting the tensions between religious and secularist beliefs and the role of the state in regulating religious practices. His expulsion was ultimately overturned by the courts, and he went on to serve in Parliament for over 20 years. This image serves as a reminder of the courage and conviction of Bradlaugh and the ongoing debates surrounding the role of religion and the state in modern society." Charles Bradlaugh (1833-1891) was a British politician, journalist, and secularist who played a prominent role in the debates surrounding religious freedom and the separation of church and state in late-19th century Britain. His expulsion from the House of Commons in 1880 for refusing to take the oath of allegiance on a Bible became a major scandal and a symbol of the ongoing tensions between religious and secularist beliefs in British society. This image, published in Punch magazine in 1891, captures the defiant moment of Bradlaugh's expulsion and the controversy it generated.
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