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Cartoon, Gladstone and the Irish Vote
Cartoon, Gladstone and the Irish Vote - Sold to Lord Salisbury. He ll be sorry he bought it at the price!
1885
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1885 Acte Bryan Conservative Entr Entracte Gladstone Liberal Pigs Price Rule Salisbury Sold Tory Vote December
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of historical wit to your decor with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic cartoon "Gladstone and the Irish Vote" by Mary Evans Picture Library. Dated back to 1885, this satirical image of British Prime Minister William E. Gladstone selling the Irish Home Rule Bill to Queen Victoria, was later regrettably purchased by his political rival, Lord Salisbury. This timeless piece of political humor is now available as a Framed Print, expertly crafted to preserve and enhance the rich details and vibrant colors of the original image. Bring a piece of history into your home or office, and start a conversation with this intriguing and captivating artwork.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 17.4cm x 24.4cm (6.9" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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.
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This political cartoon, entitled "Cartoon, Gladstone and the Irish Vote - Sold to Lord Salisbury. He'll be sorry he bought it at the price!" dates back to December 12, 1885, during the late Victorian era of the 1880s. The cartoon, published during a pivotal moment in British politics, satirically depicts two prominent figures of the time: William E. Gladstone, a Liberal statesman, and the Conservative leader, Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, Marquess of Salisbury. Gladstone, wearing a top hat and holding a pig labeled "Home Rule for Ireland," is shown selling the pig to Salisbury, who is seen holding a sack of gold coins. The pig, a common symbol for Ireland in political cartoons of the era, represents the contentious issue of Irish home rule, a proposed self-governance bill for Ireland that was a major point of contention between the Liberal and Conservative parties. The cartoon's caption plays on the idea of a buyer's remorse, implying that Salisbury, having purchased the Irish issue from Gladstone, will soon regret his decision. This cartoon, with its intricate details and sharp political commentary, offers a fascinating glimpse into the dynamic and often contentious world of 19th-century British politics. The cartoonist's skillful use of symbolism and satire effectively captures the tensions between the Liberal and Conservative parties, as well as the broader political climate of the time. This piece of history is a must-have for any collection focusing on British politics during the late Victorian era.
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