Poster Print : British Prime Minister, Herbert Asquith

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British Prime Minister, Herbert Asquith

The British Prime Minister, Herbert Asquith, infuriated by the constant blocking of House of Commons bills by the House of Lords, threatening the Marquess of Lansdowne, Leader of the Opposition in the Lords, with the awakening of John Bull (Britain) who would want to abolish the House of Lords

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Media ID 9699943

© Universal History Archive

1910 Bench British Culture Caricature House Of Commons Illustration Technique Information John Bull Politician Politics Prime Minister Text Three People Traditional Clothing Western Script Herbert Asquith House Of Lords

A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Add historical depth to your space with our striking Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring Sir Herbert Asquith, the British Prime Minister (1908-1916), as captured by Universal Images Group (UIG). This iconic image showcases Asquith's intense gaze, reflecting his determination to challenge the House of Lords and push through legislation. Bring a piece of British political history into your home or office with this captivating, high-quality poster print.

A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 55.4cm (16.5" x 21.8")

Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we witness a historic moment that perfectly encapsulates the political tensions of early 20th century Britain. The image features British Prime Minister Herbert Asquith, visibly exasperated by the incessant obstruction of House of Commons bills by the House of Lords. With determination etched on his face, Asquith confronts the Marquess of Lansdowne, Leader of the Opposition in the Lords. The composition is rich with symbolism and satire as it portrays Asquith threatening Lansdowne with awakening John Bull himself – a personification of Britain – who would demand nothing less than abolishing the House of Lords altogether. This bold gesture reflects both Asquith's frustration and his willingness to challenge traditional power structures. Set against an architectural backdrop that evokes a sense of grandeur and tradition, this photograph captures three men engaged in a high-stakes battle for political influence. Their attire speaks to their roles: Asquith dons formal clothing befitting his position as Prime Minister while Lansdowne represents established aristocracy through his traditional garb. This vintage illustration technique adds depth to our understanding of history and politics during this era. It serves as a reminder that even amidst towering institutions like Parliament, individuals can shape destiny through sheer willpower. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an age where ideologies clashed and leaders fought fiercely for change. It is an invaluable piece that offers us insight into one pivotal moment within British

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