| Description | Artist's proof engraving on paper. The Chief Secretary for Ireland, Augustine Birrell (1850 -1933) is caught up in the leash of a runaway pig as he buys 1st class [train] tickets from a kiosk. The pig wears a waistband inscribed 'IRISH AGITATION'. In the background is a sign that reads 'HOLIDAY EXCURSIONS/ CHEAP RETURN'. |