British statesman and one of the most important politicians of his day (1836-1914) who played a central role in winning the Second Boer War. He is most famous for setting the agenda of British colonial, foreign, tariff and municipal policies, and for deeply splitting both major political parties. Vintage matte-finish 14 x 11.75 photo of Joseph Chamberlain working at his desk, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, "J. Chamberlain, March 33th, 1905," who adds a quote above, "'Hear! for thy children speak from the uttermost parts of the sea.' Kipling's Song of the English." Lower left bears a printed caption: "Copyright 'Daily Mirror.'" Affixed to a same-size mount. In very good condition, with a vertical crease through the image, and foxing, dinging, and a tear to the borders. A large and uncommon pose, with a particularly excellent Kipling quote.
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