Canvas Print : Suffragette Arson Kew Gardens
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Suffragette Arson Kew Gardens
Suffragette Arson Kew Gardens. The blackened, ghostly remains of the Tea Pavilion, in Kew Gardens after the arson attack by militant suffragettes. Olive Wharry (1886-1947) and Lilian Lenton (1891-1972). The fire occurred in the early hours of 20th February 1913. Both women were convicted, sent to Holloway and forcibly fed. Date: 1913
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Media ID 14162788
© The March of the Women Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Arson Attack Blackened Convicted Forcibly Ghostly Holloway Hours Lilian Militant Occurred Olive Pavilion Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Rights
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Suffragette Arson Kew Gardens," tells a powerful story of the past. Depicting the haunting aftermath of an arson attack on the Tea Pavilion in Kew Gardens by militant suffragettes, this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time. The high-quality canvas material and vibrant colors bring out the intricate details, making this a beautiful and thought-provoking addition to any room. Elevate your home decor with a piece of history that sparks conversation.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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
Suffragette Arson at Kew Gardens: A Defiant Act of Protest for Women's Rights This haunting image captures the aftermath of an audacious arson attack on the Tea Pavilion in Kew Gardens, carried out by two determined suffragettes, Olive Wharry and Lilian Lenton, in the early hours of February 20, 1913. The ghostly remains of the pavilion, now blackened and charred, stand as a stark reminder of their defiant act of protest for women's suffrage. The suffragette movement, fueled by the desire for women's right to vote, had been escalating in intensity and militancy since the turn of the century. Wharry and Lenton, both committed activists, saw arson as a powerful means to draw attention to their cause and force the government's hand. In the dead of night, they set fire to the Tea Pavilion, causing extensive damage. The women were swiftly apprehended and brought to trial. Convicted of their actions, they were sentenced to serve time in Holloway Prison. The authorities responded with brutal force, forcibly feeding them in an attempt to break their will. This historic photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these brave women in their fight for women's rights. Their actions, though destructive, helped bring about the passage of the Representation of the People Act in 1918, which granted some women the right to vote for the first time in British history. This image serves as a testament to their unwavering commitment and the indelible impact of their activism.
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