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Election / Rosebury Falls
The Earl of Rosebery falls from power, as his Liberal party lose the 1895 election. Lord Salisbury clears the fence and the Tories win
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Caricatures Election Elections Enabling Falls Liberals Ride Tories Victory 1895
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Election / Rosebury Falls" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This historic image vividly depicts a pivotal moment in British political history, as the Earl of Rosebery, leader of the Liberal party, loses the 1895 election, and the Duke of Salisbury, representing the Tories, triumphantly clears the fence. This evocative canvas print, with its rich colors and intricate details, is an essential addition to any room, bringing a touch of history and elegance to your home or office decor. Experience the thrill of the past with this stunning piece from Media Storehouse.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 political caricature from the Mary Evans Picture Library captures the dramatic moment of Lord Rosebery's fall from power following the Liberal Party's defeat in the 1895 British General Election. The image, titled "The Earl of Rosebery's Ride," depicts a disheveled and dejected Lord Rosebery, clad in riding attire, being unseated from his horse at the edge of a precipitous cliff. The caption below reads, "The Earl of Rosebery's Ride - The Tory Triumph." In the background, a jubilant and triumphant Marquess of Salisbury, leader of the Conservative Party, clears the fence and rides towards the victorious Tory elephant, symbolizing the party's impending victory. The caricature masterfully conveys the sense of shock and disappointment felt by the Liberal Party and their supporters, as they come to terms with their electoral defeat. The 1895 election was a pivotal moment in British political history, as the Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Gladstone, had been in power for over a decade. The election was fought on various issues, including the controversial issue of Irish Home Rule and the economic downturn caused by the collapse of the agricultural prices. The Tories, led by Marquess of Salisbury, capitalized on these issues and managed to secure a narrow victory, marking the end of the Liberal Party's long reign. This caricature serves as a visual reminder of the unpredictability and volatility of British politics, and the dramatic consequences of electoral defeats. The image has been preserved in the Mary Evans Picture Library, providing a valuable historical record of a significant moment in British political history.
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