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Suffragette Arson Rivington Pike
Suffragette Arson Rivington Pike. The ruins of the bungalow built by William Hesketh Lever, the industrialist and soap magnate, at Rivington Pike, near Bolton. It was burnt down by a lone, militant suffragette, Edith Rigby (1872-1949) on 7th July 1913. She confessed to the police, was convicted and sentenced to nine months hard labour. Date: 1913
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Arson Bolton Bungalow Burnt Convicted Edith Hard Hesketh Industrialist Labour Lever Lone Magnate Militant Months Pike Rigby Sentenced Soap Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Confessed Rights Rivington
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Add a bold statement to your home decor with the Suffragette Arson Rivington Pike Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the ruins of Rivington Pike's bungalow, a symbol of the powerful and transformative actions taken by the Suffragette movement. The intriguing history behind this iconic photograph is brought to life with the high-quality print and elegant frame, making it a unique and thought-provoking addition to any room. Embrace the spirit of change and resilience with this inspiring piece of art.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). 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 39.6cm x 25.5cm (15.6" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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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Suffragette Arson: A Defiant Act of Protest at Rivington Pike This evocative image captures the ruins of a once grand bungalow nestled amidst the picturesque landscape of Rivington Pike, near Bolton. The bungalow, built by the influential industrialist and soap magnate, William Hesketh Lever, was a symbol of wealth and privilege. However, on the fateful day of July 7, 1913, this tranquil scene was disrupted by an act of defiance that would forever change the course of women's history. Edith Rigby, a militant suffragette, single-handedly took matters into her own hands and set fire to the bungalow as a protest against the denial of women's suffrage. Rigby, born in 1872, was a determined and courageous activist who was willing to risk her freedom for the cause. After the arson, she confessed to the police, was convicted, and sentenced to nine months of hard labor. The suffragette movement, which advocated for women's right to vote, had been growing in intensity in the early 1900s. Frustrated by the lack of progress, some suffragettes resorted to militant tactics, including arson, to bring attention to their cause. The burning of Rivington Pike was one of the most notable acts of militancy during this period. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by suffragettes like Edith Rigby in their fight for women's rights. Their actions paved the way for the passage of the Representation of the People Act in 1918, which granted some women the right to vote. Today, we honor their legacy and continue to fight for gender equality and women's rights.
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