Fine Art Print : A Suffragettes Appeal to John Bull
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A Suffragettes Appeal to John Bull
An illustrated postcard from around 1910 depicts a suffragette, shackled and in a prison cell. She is making an appeal to John Bull - a personification of England - with some lines from The Princess by Alfred, Lord Tennyson
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Media ID 4471109
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Appeal Appealing Barred Begging Bull Cell Chains Democracy Equality Gaol Jail Justice Personification Pockets Poem Prison Shackles Suffrage Suffragette Tennyson Vote Votes Rights Shackled
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's collection. This evocative piece, "A Suffragettes Appeal to John Bull," showcases the unwavering determination of a suffragette in a prison cell, reaching out to John Bull with a heartfelt plea. This captivating illustration, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the early 1900s and the height of the suffrage movement. Adorn your walls with this powerful and thought-provoking artwork, a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who fought for change.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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
A Suffragette's Appeal to John Bull: A poignant illustration from the early 1910s depicts a determined suffragette, shackled and confined within the cold, barren walls of a prison cell. Through the small, barred window, she gazes out at the symbolic figure of John Bull, personifying England and its traditional values. With a hat in her hand and chains at her feet, she recites lines from Alfred, Lord Tennyson's timeless poem, "The Princess": "I do but lead you to a voice / That shall entreat you, gentle sir, / To cast your ballot for the choice / That she, that woman, makes, Sir." The suffragette's plea for the right to vote and demand for equality in a male-dominated society is a powerful testament to the courage and resilience of the women's suffrage movement in Britain during the Edwardian era. The image, with its historical significance, evokes a sense of justice and the struggle for democracy, as women across the country continued to fight for their rights and place in society. The suffragette's appeal to John Bull, with her heartfelt words and unwavering determination, serves as a reminder of the important role that poetry and literature have played in shaping public opinion and inspiring social change throughout history. This poignant image, with its rich symbolism and powerful message, continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a glimpse into the past and the ongoing quest for equality and democracy.
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