Suffragette Disrupts Meeting
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Suffragette Disrupts Meeting
Suffragette Disrupts Meeting. A Mannish suffragette disrupts a meeting, Pro-suffragette banners litter the floor. Man asks, Now Madam, will you go quietly or shall I have to use force Drawn by Arthur Moreland. Date: circa 1908
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Media ID 14161182
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Arthur Asks Banners Drawn Floor Litter Madam Meeting Quietly Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Mannish Moreland Rights
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This powerful and evocative image, titled "Suffragette Disrupts Meeting," captures the intensity and determination of the suffragette movement in the early 1900s. Drawn by renowned British illustrator Arthur Moreland around 1908, the print depicts a mannish suffragette boldly disrupting a meeting, her defiant gaze locked with that of a man who demands, "Now Madam, will you go quietly or shall I have to use force?" The chaotic scene behind them reveals a room filled with pro-suffragette banners that have littered the floor, symbolizing the growing tide of support for women's suffrage. The suffragette movement, which advocated for women's right to vote, gained significant momentum during this period, with protests, demonstrations, and acts of civil disobedience becoming increasingly common. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and resilience of the suffragettes who challenged societal norms and fought for their fundamental rights. The man's question, "will you go quietly or shall I have to use force?" encapsulates the struggle and resistance faced by these pioneering women. The intricate details in Moreland's drawing, from the folds in the suffragette's coat to the expressions on the faces of the people in the room, bring the scene to life and transport us back in time to this pivotal moment in history. This print is an essential addition to any collection focused on women's rights, social justice, or historical art.
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