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Photographic Print : The Divided Skirt, 1886. Artist: Joseph Swain
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The Divided Skirt, 1886. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Divided Skirt, 1886. This cartoon shows the Liberal Prime Minister, Gladstone. Now 76 years of age, and in his third term in office, Gladstone was undoubtedly the grandee of the Commons. By now, he had been dubbed the Grand Old Man by Henry Labouchere in 1881, and this had been shorted to GOM by many. He is fitting a decidedly matronly Britannia with her first divided skirt. This relates to one of Gladstones first Bills on regaining office early 1886. However, the Irish Home Rule Bill was deeply divisive, even though it was apparently designed to settle all outstanding matters once and for all. It did lead to the resignation from the Cabinet of the Radical, Joseph Chamberlain who cited the blow to the security of the Empire as his primary reason. From Punch, or the London Charivari, April 24, 1885
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Aged Britannia Dressmaker Dressmaking Gladstone Heritage Image Partnership Irish Home Rule Bill John Tenniel Joseph Swain Liberal Liberal Party Mirror Prime Minister Sir John Tenniel Skirt Split Swain Tenniel William Ewart William Ewart Gladstone Allegorical Figure Divided
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the rich historical context of The Divided Skirt, 1886, a captivating political cartoon by John Tenniel featuring Joseph Swain and William Ewart Gladstone. This iconic image, available in our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints from Heritage Images, offers a unique glimpse into the political landscape of the late 19th century. With intricate detail and exceptional clarity, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and anyone interested in the intriguing story of British politics. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.4cm x 25.4cm (7.2" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print, titled "The Divided Skirt" and created by Joseph Swain in 1886, captures a significant moment in British political history. The central figure of the cartoon is William Ewart Gladstone, the esteemed Liberal Prime Minister who was often referred to as the Grand Old Man (GOM). At 76 years old and serving his third term in office, Gladstone was seen as a grandee of the Commons. In this satirical depiction, Gladstone is shown fitting Britannia with her first divided skirt. This alludes to one of Gladstone's early Bills on regaining office in 1886. However, it also symbolizes the deeply divisive Irish Home Rule Bill that he proposed during this time. While intended to settle outstanding matters concerning Ireland, it led to the resignation of Joseph Chamberlain from the Cabinet due to concerns about its impact on imperial security. The cartoon highlights both Gladstone's influential position within politics and his controversial policies. It showcases how even an esteemed statesman like him faced opposition and criticism for his decisions. Through clever caricature and satire, Swain effectively conveys these complex political dynamics. "The Divided Skirt" serves as a visual representation of late 19th-century British politics while offering insight into societal attitudes towards gender roles through its portrayal of Britannia wearing unconventional clothing for women at that time. This heritage image provides us with a glimpse into an important chapter in history where politics intersected with social change.
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