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The Terrace - Houses of Parliament
The Terrace - Palace of Westminster - painting by Emily Maria Eardley Childers ), known as Milly Childers. (from left): William Harcourt, James Keir Hardie, Benjamin Stone, Edward Grey, David Erskine with Lord Lansdowne seated behind them. Date: 1909
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Benjamin Childers Commons Eardley Emily Erskine Harcourt Hardie Keir Maria Parliament Politicians Terrace Westminster Milly
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This evocative painting by Emily Maria Eardley Childers, known as Milly Childers, captures a pivotal moment in British political history as key figures of the House of Commons gathered at The Terrace of the Palace of Westminster overlooking the River Thames in 1909. Seated in the foreground, William Harcourt, then Chancellor of the Exchequer, and James Keir Hardie, the founding father of the Labour Party, engage in conversation. Behind them, Benjamin Stone, a prominent Liberal Party politician, and Edward Grey, the Foreign Secretary, listen intently. David Erskine, a Scottish Unionist, is also present, with the Conservative Party leader, Lord Lansdowne, seated discreetly behind him. The Terrace, with its iconic view of the Houses of Parliament, was a popular location for political discussions and negotiations. The Thames River in the background adds a sense of tranquility and continuity to the scene, reflecting the enduring nature of British politics. The year 1909 was a significant one for British politics, with the People's Budget, which introduced a progressive income tax, being passed in the House of Commons. The gathering depicted in this painting may have been discussing the budget or other pressing political matters of the day. Emily Maria Eardley Childers, who painted this work in 1909, was a talented British artist known for her portraits and genre scenes. Her ability to capture the essence of the political landscape and the personalities involved is evident in this striking painting, making it an invaluable historical record of a pivotal moment in British political history.
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