Chartist meeting on Kennington Common in London

DESCRIPTION: This image depicts a significant historical moment in British political history. Event: The massive Chartist meeting held on Kennington Common in London. Date: The demonstration occurred on April 10, 1848, aiming to present a petition for democratic reform to Parliament. Significance: Chartism was the first mass working-class movement, campaigning for votes for all men and other electoral reforms. Technology: This engraving is based on one of the first daguerreotypes (early photographs) ever taken of a public event. STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm): 23.25 x 17 CREATORS: PUBLICATION: PUBLISHER: DATE: 1848 COMMENTS: Excellent condition SUBJECT: Newsprint PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.