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Sketches of the Eviction Campaign in Ireland (engraving)
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Sketches of the Eviction Campaign in Ireland (engraving)
1624840 Sketches of the Eviction Campaign in Ireland (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Harrington (fl.1842-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the Eviction Campaign in Ireland. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 November 1886.
T H Wilson); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22318564
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Agitation Alarm Approach Duty Dwellings Irish Land War Killarney Possession Sounding Spent Unrest Police Patrol
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This engraving titled "Sketches of the Eviction Campaign in Ireland" takes us back to a tumultuous period in Irish history. Created by Thomas Harrington Wilson, this print offers a poignant glimpse into the poverty-stricken and unrest-ridden landscape of 19th-century Ireland. The image transports us to a mountain district where an eviction party, led by the Earl of Enniskillen, approaches a village with their police patrol. The scene is filled with tension and alarm as dwellings are forcibly taken from families who have already endured so much hardship. In one corner, we see an evicted couple standing outside their hut, their faces etched with despair. The sketch captures the movement and action that characterized the Irish Land War and its associated agitation for land reform. It serves as a stark reminder of the struggles faced by ordinary people during this time. As we study each detail meticulously engraved on paper, we can't help but feel empathy for those whose lives were upended by these evictions. This print not only documents historical events but also highlights societal issues such as poverty and inequality that persist even today. Through Wilson's skilled hand, this engraving becomes more than just an illustration; it becomes a powerful testament to human resilience in the face of adversity.
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