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Antique Framed Print : John Major Prime Minister has an egg thrown at his face at a sainsburys superstore in
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John Major Prime Minister has an egg thrown at his face at a sainsburys superstore in
John Major Prime Minister has an egg thrown at his face at a sainsburys superstore in Southhampton
Roger Allen
mirrorpix
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*596131
Media ID 21513902
© Mirrorpix
Conservative Party General Election
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.1cm (9.6" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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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John Major Prime Minister has an egg thrown at his face at a Sainsbury's superstore in Southampton - a defining moment in British politics during the 1990s. This iconic photograph by Roger Allen captures the intensity and controversy surrounding the Conservative Party leader, John Major, as he faced public dissent during a general election campaign. In this striking image, we witness an unexpected act of protest as an unidentified individual hurls an egg directly at Major's face while he visits the supermarket. The raw emotion etched on Major's features reflects both surprise and resilience amidst this audacious act of defiance. This incident not only symbolizes the turbulent nature of political discourse but also highlights how citizens can express their discontent with elected officials. As eggs have long been used as symbolic projectiles to voice dissatisfaction, this particular event became emblematic of widespread disillusionment towards Major's government policies. Roger Allen skillfully captures the essence of this historic moment through his lens, freezing it forever within our collective memory. His ability to encapsulate such intense emotions within a single frame is testament to his talent as a photographer. As we reflect upon this photograph from Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded that even those in positions of power are not immune to public scrutiny or acts of rebellion. It serves as a reminder that democracy thrives when citizens actively engage with their leaders and hold them accountable for their actions.
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