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The Womens Franchise Bill, Mr Gladstone listening to the Numbers of the Division List from behind the Speakers Chair (engraving)
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The Womens Franchise Bill, Mr Gladstone listening to the Numbers of the Division List from behind the Speakers Chair (engraving)
1056171 The Womens Franchise Bill, Mr Gladstone listening to the Numbers of the Division List from behind the Speakers Chair (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Womens Franchise Bill, Mr Gladstone listening to the Numbers of the Division List from behind the Speakers Chair. Illustration for The Graphic, 7 May 1892.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23029266
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving titled "The Women's Franchise Bill, Mr Gladstone listening to the Numbers of the Division List from behind the Speaker's Chair" transports us back to a significant moment in history. The image depicts a scene filled with anticipation and intrigue as politicians await the results of a crucial vote. In this snapshot, we see Mr. Gladstone, one of Britain's most influential statesmen, standing behind the Speaker's Chair. His face is etched with concentration as he listens intently to the numbers being read out from the division list. Surrounding him are other politicians eagerly waiting for their fate to be revealed. Amidst this political drama, it is impossible not to notice Mrs. Smith, an emblematic figure representing women's rights and suffrage movements at that time. Her presence adds depth and symbolism to this artwork - she stands poised with her hand on her chin, seemingly conspiring or contemplating her next move. The artist skillfully captures both tension and hope in this composition. As we gaze upon this print, we can almost feel ourselves transported into that historic chamber where decisions were made that would shape society for years to come. "The Women's Franchise Bill" engraving serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of gender equality while also highlighting how much work still lay ahead during those times when women fought tirelessly for their voices to be heard within political spheres. "
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