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Capture of the Cato Street Conspirators
The capture of Cato Street conspirators in their hayloft hideout as depicted by George Cruikshank in 1820. Police entering the loft shouted, We are Peace Officers. Lay down your arms. Police officer Richard Smithers was stabbed by the gangs leader, Arthur Thistlewood. Smithers gasped, " Oh God, I am..." and lost consciousness, dying soon afterwards
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1820 1820s Arrest Arresting Arthur Capture Cato Conspirators Crime Cruikshank Gang Georgian Killed L Aw Loft Order Stabbed Hay Loft Hide Out Smithers Thistlewood
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Capture of the Cato Street Conspirators" print from Media Storehouse, brought to you through our partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image, created by renowned English artist George Cruikshank in 1820, immortalizes a pivotal moment in British history. Witness the tense encounter as the police, with unwavering determination, enter the conspirators' hidden lair in a London hayloft. The moment of truth unfolds as the officers boldly declare, "We are Peace Officers. Lay down your arms." The suspenseful expression on both the officers' and conspirators' faces adds to the intrigue of this historic scene. Bring this piece of history to life in your home or office with the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning visual representation of this fascinating moment in time. Order yours today and let the story of the Cato Street Conspirators unfold in your personal space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 20.8cm (14" x 8.2")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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.
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This evocative print by George Cruikshank depicts the dramatic capture of the Cato Street Conspirators in their hideout in February 1820. The group, led by Arthur Thistlewood, had planned to assassinate the British Cabinet in a daring attack intended to overthrow the government. However, their plot was discovered, and a large police force was dispatched to apprehend them. In this scene, the police are shown entering the hayloft where the conspirators were hiding, shouting, "We are Peace Officers. Lay down your arms." The tension is palpable as the officers, armed and determined, face off against the desperate and armed conspirators. In the chaos that ensues, the gang's leader, Thistlewood, stabs Police Officer Richard Smithers, who can be seen gasping, "Oh God, I am..." before losing consciousness and dying soon afterwards. This historical moment is captured in intricate detail by Cruikshank, who was known for his satirical and political prints. The print provides a vivid and dramatic representation of the events of that fateful night, and serves as a reminder of the dangers and complexities of political unrest in Georgian England. The capture of the Cato Street Conspirators marked a significant moment in British history, and this print offers a unique and compelling glimpse into that past.
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