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Fine Art Print : Wardress and suffragette inmate, Holloway Prison
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Wardress and suffragette inmate, Holloway Prison
A suffragette in Holloway Prison, dressed in prison uniform is given her orders by a stern looking wardress to take a bucket of dirty water to clean her cell. A sketch to accompany an article in Ladys Realm by Dr Helen Bourchier, recounting her experiences of imprisonment as an educated woman
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Bourchier Bucket Helen Holloway Imprisonment Inmate Orders Prison Suffragette Suffragettes
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a pivotal moment in the suffragette movement. Witness the determination and resolve of a suffragette inmate as she is ordered by a stern wardress to take a bucket of dirty water to clean her cell at Holloway Prison. This evocative print is not just a piece of art, but a testament to the courage and resilience of those who fought for women's rights. Add this inspiring print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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 40.6cm x 48.2cm (16" x 19")
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 evocative image from 1908, a determined suffragette inmate, dressed in the drab uniform of Holloway Prison, receives stern orders from a wardress as she prepares to collect a bucket of dirty water to clean her cell. The suffragette, Dr Helen Bourchier, was an educated woman and a prominent figure in the suffrage movement. Her imprisonment was a result of her political activism, as she joined the ranks of thousands of women who were incarcerated for their demands for women's right to vote. The suffragette movement, which began in the late 19th century, was a pivotal moment in the history of women's rights and political activism. Women's suffrage was a controversial issue, with many viewing the suffragettes as radical and even dangerous. The movement saw women engaging in various forms of civil disobedience, including protests, marches, and even arson and bombings. Dr Bourchier's experiences in Holloway Prison were recounted in an article she wrote for Ladies' Realm, a women's magazine of the time. She described the harsh conditions of the prison, including the cramped cells, the lack of proper sanitation, and the brutal treatment of the inmates by the wardresses. Despite these challenges, the suffragettes remained committed to their cause, using their time in prison to raise awareness and build solidarity among their fellow inmates. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and struggles of the suffragettes, who fought for the right to vote and to be recognized as equal citizens in a male-dominated society. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of women who refused to be silenced or marginalized, and who paved the way for future generations of women to claim their place in the political arena.
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