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The Hon. Mrs Yelverton, 1861 (newsprint)
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The Hon. Mrs Yelverton, 1861 (newsprint)
XJF379700 The Hon. Mrs Yelverton, 1861 (newsprint) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Yelverton Case, involving a disputed marriage between Maria Teresa Longworth, a Catholic and Major William Charles Yelverton, a Protestant, was a celebrated 19th century law case in Dublin; cause celebre eventually resulting after Appeals by Major Yelverton to the House of Lords in London in the declaration of the first Catholic marriage in Ireland as invalid; dissatisfaction with the issues and outcome of the Longworth-Yelverton case eventually led to a change to the law on mixed marriages in Ireland in 1870; ); English, out of copyright
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This print showcases "The Hon. Mrs Yelverton" in 1861, captured by an unknown English School artist from the 19th century. The image portrays a woman of elegance and strength, adorned with a fashionable bonnet that perfectly complements her refined features. However, behind this seemingly serene portrait lies a tale of controversy and injustice. Mrs Yelverton's life became entangled in the infamous Yelverton Case, which shook Dublin society during the 19th century. This legal battle revolved around her disputed marriage to Major William Charles Yelverton, a Protestant. Their union sparked outrage due to their differing religious backgrounds; Maria Teresa Longworth was Catholic while Major Yelverton was Protestant. After multiple appeals to the House of Lords in London, their marriage was ultimately declared invalid – marking it as Ireland's first annulled Catholic marriage. The case stirred significant dissatisfaction among the public and led to changes in Irish law regarding mixed marriages in 1870. This landmark decision aimed to address issues of persecution faced by Catholics marrying Protestants or vice versa. Through this thought-provoking photograph, we are reminded of the power dynamics within society that can lead to unjust outcomes for individuals caught between conflicting beliefs and traditions. It serves as both a historical artifact documenting an important legal battle and as a symbol for ongoing struggles against discrimination and inequality within marriages across different faiths.
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