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Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season
532233 Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season : Disraeli congratulating Gladstone on Sovereigns speech at Opening of Parliament. Both have a birch behind them to start beating the other as soon as the Session gets underway. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, 27 February 1869, making fun of the animosity between the two men. Engraving. by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); Universal History Archive/UIG; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23177232
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1869 Animosity Beating Behind Birch Congratulating Disraeli Extraordinary February Gladstone John Making Minister Opening Parliament Prime Punch Session Sovereign Speech Start Tenniel Underway
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and intrigue of politics through the captivating lens of Bridgeman Images' "Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season" Fine Art Print. This exquisite piece, part of the Media Storehouse collection from Fine Art Finder, depicts a pivotal moment in British political history: Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli warmly congratulating William E. Gladstone following the latter's speech at the Opening of Parliament. The detailed, high-quality print brings the elegance and grandeur of the 19th century to your home or office, making it an exceptional addition to any art collection. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary storytelling of this iconic image and relive the mildness of a bygone political era.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 50.8cm (14.8" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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In this intriguing historical photo print, we are transported back to the political landscape of 1869. The image captures a moment of unexpected camaraderie between two prominent British statesmen, Benjamin Disraeli and William Gladstone. Titled "Extraordinary Mildness of the Political Season" the photograph showcases an engraving by renowned artist John Tenniel. The scene unfolds at the opening of Parliament, where both Disraeli and Gladstone stand side by side. However, what catches our attention is not their shared position but rather the peculiar birch behind them. This seemingly innocent prop holds a deeper meaning - it symbolizes their readiness to engage in physical confrontation as soon as the session commences. Tenniel's cartoon from Punch magazine humorously mocks the animosity that existed between these two politicians. Despite their public rivalry, here they appear congenial and even congratulatory towards each other on Sovereigns speech. It is almost as if they have momentarily set aside their differences for this occasion. This image offers us a glimpse into a time when politics could be both fierce and theatrical. It reminds us that beneath all political disagreements lies a shared humanity capable of transcending personal rivalries for brief moments of unity. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece from history through Fine Art Finder, allowing us to appreciate its artistic value while reflecting on how political dynamics have evolved over time.
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