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Suffragettes Chaining to Railings Vera Holme
Suffragettes Chaining to Railings Vera Holme. Shows Vera Holme (1881-1969) with two other suffragettes, probably preparing to chain themselves to the railings. They hold rolled up posters to attach to railings, then would chain themselves to same! Location probably Whitehall government offices. Date: 1909
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Media ID 14162782
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Attach Chain Hold Holme Offices Preparing Railings Rolled Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Vera Whitehall Chaining Rights
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints, featuring the powerful and iconic image "Suffragettes Chaining to Railings Vera Holme." This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the determination and courage of Vera Holme and her fellow suffragettes as they prepare to chain themselves to the railings in their unwavering pursuit of women's right to vote. This inspiring image is now available as a high-quality poster print, perfect for adorning your walls and serving as a reminder of the indomitable spirit of those who fought for change. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this captivating Suffragettes poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 61.5cm x 45.2cm (24.2" x 17.8")
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
This evocative photograph captures the determination and courage of the British suffragettes as they prepared to chain themselves to the railings of the Whitehall government offices in 1909. Among the group is Vera Holme (1881-1969), a prominent suffragette and activist. Wearing hats and coats, the women are seen holding rolled-up posters, which they would attach to the railings before chaining themselves in a peaceful yet defiant protest for women's suffrage. The suffragette movement, which began in the late 19th century, sought to secure the right to vote for women in the United Kingdom. The militant wing of the movement, which included the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU), employed various tactics to draw attention to their cause, including chaining themselves to railings, smashing windows, and arson. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and struggles made by the suffragettes, who endured imprisonment, force-feeding, and other forms of abuse in their quest for women's suffrage. Their efforts paid off, as the Representation of the People Act was passed in 1918, granting some women the right to vote. However, it would be another decade before all women over the age of 21 were granted the right to vote, with the Equal Franchise Act passing in 1928. Vera Holme continued to be an active campaigner for women's rights and was also involved in the peace movement during World War I. This photograph is a testament to her unwavering commitment to social justice and the progress made towards gender equality.
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