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Scene in Ireland: visit of the tithe-proctor, early 1830s (c1890). Creator: Unknown
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Scene in Ireland: visit of the tithe-proctor, early 1830s (c1890). Creator: Unknown
Scene in Ireland: visit of the tithe-proctor, early 1830s (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol. V." [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, c1890]
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Anger Angry Church Of Ireland Civil Disobedience Farm Farmer Fury Ireland Irish Peasant Peasants Proctor Rage Resentment Sullen Taxation Tithe Unpopular Visit Visiting Parenting
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Scene in Ireland: visit of the tithe-proctor, early 1830s (c1890)" offers a glimpse into a tumultuous period in Irish history. The image depicts a rural setting where anger and resentment simmer beneath the surface. A group of impoverished peasants, both men and women, stand outside a humble cottage as they confront the arrival of the despised tithe-proctor. The tension is palpable as this unpopular figure represents an unjust taxation system imposed by Britain on the struggling Irish population. The print captures their fury and frustration towards this symbol of oppression. Mothers clutch their children protectively while men display sullen expressions that reflect their deep-seated resentment. In this scene, religion intertwines with politics as Christianity's Church of Ireland is implicated in enforcing these burdensome tithes upon an already poverty-stricken community. The presence of soldiers hints at potential conflict between those who enforce these laws and those who resist them through civil disobedience. Through this powerful visual narrative, we are transported to early 19th-century Ireland—a land marked by regionalism and agrarian struggles—where families fight for survival amidst financial hardship. This unknown artist masterfully encapsulates the complexities of rural life during this era, highlighting themes such as occupation, motherhood, poverty, and social unrest. As we gaze upon this evocative print from Cassell's History of England Special Edition Vol. V. , it serves as a poignant reminder that history often repeats
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