About this object
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ID:
50.82/1338
Production date:
1909
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Location:
In Store
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The Suffragette Elsie Howey in a replica prison cell, 1909. Replica prison uniforms were often worn by ex-suffragette prisoners at demonstrations and fund-raising bazaars to highlight the conditions under which imprisoned Suffragettes were held. This image was probably taken at the Women's Exhibition held at Princes Skating Rink in May 1909 where a 'Prison Life' exhibit included a replica prison cell 'peopled' by Suffragettes dressed in replica prison clothing and taking part in prison activities such as sewing.
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Measurements
H 148 mm; W 203 mm
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Materials
paper
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Last Updated
2024-03-14
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