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Passage of the Home Rule Bill from the Commons to the Lords, Saturday Morning, 2 September (engraving)
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Passage of the Home Rule Bill from the Commons to the Lords, Saturday Morning, 2 September (engraving)
1627383 Passage of the Home Rule Bill from the Commons to the Lords, Saturday Morning, 2 September (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Passage of the Home Rule Bill from the Commons to the Lords, Saturday Morning, 2 September. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 September 1893.
T Walter Wilson); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 25147452
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Clerk Commons Home Rule Bill Irish Home Rule Lords Parliament Buildings Passage
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The engraving titled "Passage of the Home Rule Bill from the Commons to the Lords, Saturday Morning, 2 September" captures a significant moment in British political history. Created by Thomas Walter Wilson in 1893, this print showcases the pivotal event when the Home Rule Bill was transferred from the House of Commons to the House of Lords. In this scene, we see the grandeur and importance of Parliament buildings as politicians gather on a sunny Saturday morning. The focus is on a clerk carrying an ornate box containing the bill, symbolizing its journey towards becoming law. Surrounding him are influential figures engaged in intense discussions and debates about Irish home rule. This artwork serves as a visual representation of London's vibrant political landscape during that era. It highlights how politics played out within these historic walls and demonstrates Sir Reginald Palgrave's role as he oversaw this crucial transfer. Thomas Walter Wilson skillfully captures both historical accuracy and artistic flair in his depiction. Through intricate details and meticulous attention to architecture, he transports viewers back to this transformative period in British politics. This engraving not only provides insight into past events but also invites us to reflect on ongoing debates surrounding autonomy and governance today. It reminds us that political decisions have far-reaching consequences for nations and their citizens alike.
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