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Antique Framed Print : Suffragettes Geese to Parliament
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Suffragettes Geese to Parliament
Suffragettes Geese to Parliament. Four white geese in a line head for parliament. Geese often featured on suffragette cards and ceramic figures, probably because they were perceived to be tiresomely noisy, foolish and easily led. Date: circa 1908
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Media ID 14161874
© The March of the Women Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Ceramic Easily Featured Figures Foolish Geese Noisy Parliament Perceived Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Rights
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23.7cm (14.6" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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.
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Suffragettes Geese to Parliament: A Symbol of Persistence and Determination This photograph captures the image of four resolute white geese in a disciplined line, marching towards Parliament, circa 1908. The use of geese in suffragette symbols and decorative items, such as cards and ceramic figures, was a common sight during the Women's Suffrage movement. The choice of geese may seem peculiar at first, but their inclusion held significant meaning. Geese were often perceived as tiresomely noisy, foolish, and easily led, making them a fitting metaphor for the suffragettes. The suffragettes' relentless campaign for women's rights and suffrage was compared to the geese's unyielding honking, a symbol of their unwavering determination and refusal to be silenced. The geese's formation into a line, reminiscent of a military march, emphasizes the organized and disciplined nature of the suffragette movement. Their unwavering commitment to their cause was a testament to their strength and resilience, as they faced adversity and opposition in their quest for women's rights. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the suffragettes' enduring legacy and the importance of persistence and determination in the face of adversity. The geese's journey towards Parliament symbolizes the suffragettes' relentless pursuit of change and their unwavering commitment to securing women's rights and suffrage. As we reflect on the history of the suffragette movement, this photograph offers a unique perspective on the symbolism and meaning behind the use of geese in suffragette imagery. It serves as a reminder of the power of symbolism and the enduring impact of the suffragettes' legacy on women's rights and gender equality.
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