Chartist Collection

The Six Points of the Peoples Charter (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF105421 The Six Points of the Peoples Charter (litho) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Chartist party, 1843
Chartists attempte to force their giant charter through parliament. 1843

Newport Riot
At Newport, Monmouthshire, Chartist rioters from nearby mines, led by John Frost, fire on the magistrates at the Westgate hotel but are dispersed by the military

Chartism Cartoon
NOT SO VERY UNREASONABLE... The Working Man presents his charter to Lord John Russell

Chartist Convention
Chartist convention at John Street, Fitzroy Square, London

Cartoons, The Great Chartist Demonstration -- No. IX, The Beginning and the End. 1848

Chartist Procession
The Chartist demonstration : the procession at Blackfriars Bridge, London

FEARGUS EDWARD O CONNOR (1794-1855). Irish Chartist leader. Line engraving, 1848

Chartist Housing Estate
The Chartist estate at Snigs End, Gloucestershire, one of several built by Feargus O Connor for workers. Sadly, the promised Paradise is a disastrous failure

William Lovett
3782825 William Lovett; (add.info.: William Lovett - from engraving by A. Harral after Anelay, 1847. British radical, leader of the political movement Chartism)

The Chartist Demonstration on Kennington Common, 1848, (1900). Artist: William Barnes Wollen
The Chartist Demonstration on Kennington Common, 1848, (1900). Illustration from The life and times of Queen Victoria by Robert Wilson, (1900). (Colorised black and white print)

Chartist petition procession
A print of the chartists procession of 1842 taking the great national petition of 3, 317, 702 signatures to the House of Commons

Attack on the Westgate Hotel, Newport, 1850-1900 (oil on canvas)
3963866 Attack on the Westgate Hotel, Newport, 1850-1900 (oil on canvas) by British School, (19th century); 82.5x116.8 cm; Newport Museum and Art Gallery

The Chartist convention (engraving)
614501 The Chartist convention (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chartist convention, John Street, Fitzroy Square, London)

Cartoon, A Great Demonstration -- satirical comment on the Chartist movement, depicting a Chartist leader backing down immediately when a magistrate tells him that his proposed demonstration will not

Westgate Hotel and Mayors House, Newport, Wales
Westgate Hotel and Mayors House. Newport, Monmouthshire, Wales, after the Chartist Riot of 4 November 1839. 1839

Chartist settlement - Cottage at Snigs End
Front view of a cottage at Snigs End in Gloucestershire, one of a number of Chartist settlements in Britain founded by Feargus O Connor. 1850

How the Chartist procession might have looked, 1848 (engraving)
1574646 How the Chartist procession might have looked, 1848 (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64); (add.info.: Chartism: How the Chartist procession might have looked, with Mr Punch)

The Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848, part of the Procession - sketched at Blackfriars Bridge (engraving)
583544 The Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848, part of the Procession - sketched at Blackfriars Bridge (engraving) by English School

Petition by Trade Unionists to the King in Copenhagen Fields, 21st April 1834
GHL6250 Petition by Trade Unionists to the King in Copenhagen Fields, 21st April 1834, engraved by W.Summers, 1836 by Summers, W

Chartist excitement (engraving)
614414 Chartist excitement (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chartist excitement - the police force in Bonners Fields, on Monday last)

Chartists attacking the Westgate Hotel, Newport on the 4th November 1839 (oil on canvas)
NWP153559 Chartists attacking the Westgate Hotel, Newport on the 4th November 1839 (oil on canvas) by Howell, W. (fl.mid 19th century); 47.5x70.5 cm; Newport Museum and Art Gallery

The Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848 (engraving)
583537 The Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in 1848)

Robert Owen, 1834 (oil on canvas)
3740340 Robert Owen, 1834 (oil on canvas) by Brooke, William Henry (1772-1860); 27.3x21.6 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: Robert Owen (1771-1858) Welsh social reformer

GEORGE JACOB HOLYOAKE English reformer. A Chartist, and Owenite and a turned rationalist. Imprisoned on blasphemy charge in 1842. Date: 1817 - 1906

Cartoon, A Physical Force Chartist Arming for the Fight. Satirical comment on Chartism. Date: 1848

Chartists at church, c1839 (c1890). Creator: Unknown
Chartists at church, c1839 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol. V." [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, c1890]

The National Convention... 4th of February 1839 at the British Coffee House. Creator: Unknown
The National Convention. As it met on Monday the 4th of February 1839 at the British Coffee House. Meeting of the National Convention of the Industrious Classes at the British Coffee House

The Chartist Meeting on Kennington Common, 1848, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
The Chartist Meeting on Kennington Common, 1848, (c1878). Mass meeting of the working-class Chartist movement on 10 April 1848, at Kennington in south London

Chartist riots at Newport, Monmouthshire, 1839 (c1895)
Chartist riots at Newport, Wales, 1839 (c1895). The Newport Rising was the last large scale armed rebellion against authority in mainland Britain

Chartist Agitation, the Police Force on Bonners Fields, 1848, (1900). Policemen smoking clay pipes and drinking beer during political unrest in London

Feargus Edward O Connor, (1794-1855), 19th century. Portrait of the Irish Chartist leader and advocate of the Land Plan. Illustration from The Life and Times of Queen Victoria, by Robert Wilson

Mass meeting of Chartists on Kennington Common, London, 10 April 1848. In centre is the wagon carrying Feargus O Connor and the other delegates

Chartists procession from the mass meeting towards Blackfriars Bridge, London, 10 April 1848
Chartists procession from the mass meeting on Kennington Common towards Blackfriars Bridge, London, where the police stopped them crossing the Thames, 10 April 1848

CHARTISTS CARTOON, 1848. Not So Very Unreasonable!!! Eh? Cartoon from Punch, 1848, on the presentation of the Chartists petition to Parliament

Feargus Edward O Connor, 1794 - 1855. Irish Chartist leader and advocate of the Land Plan, which sought to provide smallholdings for the labouring classes

Welsh Chartist Martyrs -- Jones, Frost and Williams
Welsh Chartist Martyrs, prosecuted for their involvement in the Newport Rising of 3-4 November 1839 -- William Jones (1809-1873), John Frost (1784-1877) and Zephaniah Williams (1795-1874). circa 1839

Thomas Cooper, Chartist
THOMAS COOPER English radical politician, Chartist leader. Date: 1805 - 1892

Peter Murray McDonall
PETER MURRAY MCDONALL Chartist leader and Irish patriot Date: circa 1830s

Ebenezer Elliott
EBENEZER ELLIOTT English poet, know as the Corn-Law Rhymer through his involvement in the Chartist Movement Date: 1781 - 1849

John Frost (Read)
JOHN FROST Social reformer, leading Chartist, convicted of treason and exiled to Tasmania 1840 - 1854 Date: 1784 - 1877

Ernest Charles Jones
ERNEST CHARLES JONES Political reformer and poet; leader of the Chartist movement (1845) Date: 1819 - 1869

John Frost / Chartist
JOHN FROST English reformer, leading member of the Chartist Movement, convicted of high treason and exiled to Tasmania from 1840 until 1854 Date: 1784 - 1877

James Watson
JAMES WATSON radical publisher and Chartist supporter Date: 1799 - 1874

Richard Moore
RICHARD MOORE Radical statesman, Chartist leader Date: 1810 - 1878

Lord John Stalking over the Boroughmongers, or The Rotten Representation in Danger, pub
XND76067 Lord John Stalking over the Boroughmongers, or The Rotten Representation in Danger, pub. by J. Fairburn, 1831 (engraving) by Sharpshooter, (fl.1829-40); Private Collection; English

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Chartism was a 19th-century political movement that aimed to bring about social and political reforms in Britain. The movement derived its name from the People's Charter, which outlined six key demands for democratic rights. This litho photograph captures the essence of Chartism, depicting The Six Points of the Peoples Charter in black and white. One significant event associated with Chartism was the Newport Riot, where protesters clashed with authorities while advocating for their rights. This incident highlighted the passion and determination of Chartists to fight for equality. Cartoons played a crucial role in spreading awareness about Chartism's goals and ideals. They served as powerful tools to convey messages through visual representation, often satirizing those who opposed reform. The Chartist Convention brought together leaders from across Britain to strategize and discuss ways to achieve their objectives peacefully. It was a symbol of unity among like-minded individuals committed to improving living conditions for working-class people. In 1843, a Chartist party emerged, representing the interests of ordinary citizens who sought fair representation in government. Their formation marked an important milestone in British politics as they challenged traditional power structures. The Great Chartist Demonstration showcased the strength and solidarity of this grassroots movement through vibrant cartoons depicting mass gatherings demanding change on streets filled with passionate supporters. Chartist Processions were grand displays of public support that attracted thousands marching together towards shared goals. These events created a sense of community among participants while emphasizing their determination for social justice. Feargus Edward O'Connor stands out as one of Chartism's influential leaders. As an Irish Chartist leader, his line engraving portrait captures his dedication towards achieving equal rights for all citizens during this transformative era. Chartist Housing Estates provided affordable housing options for working-class families struggling under oppressive living conditions. These estates represented progress towards addressing societal inequalities by offering decent homes at reasonable prices. Chartist Meetings were vital platforms where activists gathered regularly to discuss strategies, share ideas, and inspire one another.