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Framed Print : Houp-la. Cartoon from 1893 showing William Gladstone as a circus performer
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Houp-la. Cartoon from 1893 showing William Gladstone as a circus performer
Cartoon from 1893 showing William Gladstone as a circus performer flying through a hoop representing the Home Rule Bill. The Home Rule Bill proposed an Irish Parliament responsible for internal affairs. Both attempts by Gladstone, the first in 1886, the second in 1893, were rejected by the House of Lords
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1886 1893 26th Affairs Attempts Bill Circus Gladstone Hoop Internal Parliament Performer Proposed Rejected Representing Responsible Rule Will I Am
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Houp-la" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic political cartoon from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing piece, created in 1893, depicts William Gladstone, a prominent British statesman, as a circus performer soaring through a hoop symbolizing the Home Rule Bill. Delve into the rich history of Irish politics and British parliamentary debates with this captivating and thought-provoking artwork. Each print is meticulously framed with care, ensuring a stunning presentation that's sure to become the centerpiece of any room. Embrace history and add a touch of vintage charm to your space with the "Houp-la" Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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 Political Circus Act: The Flying Gladstone and the Home Rule Bill Hoop, 1893 This intriguing cartoon, titled "Houp-la!" depicts former British Prime Minister William E. Gladstone soaring through the air, gracefully passing through a large hoop labeled "Home Rule Bill." The image, published in the Illustrated London News on April 21, 1893, satirically illustrates Gladstone's second attempt to push the Home Rule Bill through Parliament. The Home Rule Bill, proposed in 1886 and 1893, aimed to establish an Irish Parliament responsible for managing internal Irish affairs. However, both attempts were met with rejection by the House of Lords, the upper chamber of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. The cartoon's title, "Houp-la!" is a reference to the French term for the circus act where an equestrian rider jumps through a hoop. In this political interpretation, Gladstone is the performer, attempting to leap over the Home Rule Bill hoop to secure its passage through the House of Lords. The image humorously highlights the seemingly insurmountable challenge Gladstone faced in passing the bill. The cartoon's historical significance lies in its representation of the political climate during the late 19th century in the United Kingdom, specifically the ongoing struggle for Irish Home Rule. The image serves as a visual reminder of the complexities and challenges of the political process during this period. This cartoon, with its rich historical context, offers a unique perspective on the political landscape of the time and the tenacity of William E. Gladstone in his pursuit of Irish Home Rule.
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