Ebenezer Elliott
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Ebenezer Elliott
EBENEZER ELLIOTT English poet, know as the Corn-Law Rhymer through his involvement in the Chartist Movement Date: 1781 - 1849
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1781 1849 Chartist Corn Earnest Ebenezer Elliott Involvement Movement
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This evocative portrait captures the earnest and intense gaze of Ebenezer Elliott (1781-1849), a prominent English poet and the famed 'Corn-Law Rhymer' of the Chartist Movement. Elliott's poetic works, which included satirical verses critical of the Corn Laws, gained widespread popularity during the early 19th century. The Corn Laws were a series of protectionist tariffs enacted by the British government to safeguard the agricultural industry, but they had the unintended consequence of driving up the cost of food for the working class. Elliott's involvement in the Chartist Movement, a working-class political organization advocating for democratic reforms, further fueled his poetic output and solidified his reputation as a voice for the disenfranchised. The dark, somber tones of his poetry reflected the economic and social hardships faced by the working class during this period. In this image, Elliott is depicted wearing a dark, heavy coat, which adds to the overall sense of gravity and seriousness. The historical significance of this portrait lies not only in its portrayal of a pivotal figure in English literary history but also in its reflection of the social and political climate of the time. The Corn-Law Rhymer's poetry served as a powerful tool for raising awareness and galvanizing support for the cause of democratic reform, making this portrait a poignant reminder of the past and the enduring power of the written word.
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