Fine Art Print : 1867 Tory Seamanship
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1867 Tory Seamanship
The Abandoned! or Tory Seamanship The Constitution lies wrecked and adrift. A comment on Disraelis Reform Act, which extended the franchise. Date: 1867
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1867 Abandoned Adrift Comment Constitution Disraeli Extended Franchise Lies Reform Seamanship Tory Wrecked
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of the past with our exquisite fine art print from Media Storehouse, featuring "The Abandoned! or Tory Seamanship" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image, dated 1867, captures the essence of the era with its depiction of the Constitution lying wrecked and adrift. A poignant commentary on Disraeli's Reform Act, which extended the franchise, this print offers a captivating glimpse into the political and social climate of the time. Adorn your walls with this beautiful work of art and bring history to life in your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 51.3cm x 35.5cm (20.2" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1867: Tory Seamanship - The Abandoned! or Tory Seamanship: A Comment on Disraeli's Reform Act This powerful and thought-provoking political cartoon, published in 1867, depicts the British Constitution lying wrecked and adrift in the sea, with a group of Tory politicians rowing away from the scene, leaving it behind. The caption reads "Tory Seamanship," a scathing commentary on the recently passed Reform Act, which extended the franchise to include the working class. The image of the Constitution in distress was a common metaphor used in political cartoons of the time to represent the instability and uncertainty of the political climate in Britain during the mid-19th century. The fact that the Tories, the conservative political party of the time, are shown abandoning the Constitution highlights their perceived lack of commitment to the needs of the people and their disregard for the democratic process. The Reform Act of 1867, also known as the Second Reform Act, was a significant moment in British history as it expanded the electorate by approximately 2 million men, doubling the number of voters in the country. The act was a response to growing demands for political reform and the increasing unrest caused by the social and economic changes of the Industrial Revolution. Despite the positive impact of the Reform Act, it was a contentious issue at the time, with many opponents arguing that it would lead to the rise of the working class and the decline of the traditional aristocratic order. This cartoon reflects the fears and anxieties of those who saw the Reform Act as a dangerous departure from the established order and a threat to the power and privilege of the Tory elite.
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