Elegant Portrait of a Bold Belgian Suffragist

This photomechanical print features a half-length portrait of Madame Jane Brigode, a notable Belgian suffragist active during the early twentieth century. Facing left, Madame Brigodes image captures a pivotal moment in the suffrage movement in Belgium, which was gaining momentum between 1908 and 1913. This period was critical as women in Belgium began organizing and advocating for their political rights, fighting for the right to vote and participate fully in civic life.

Brigode was a significant figure in this movement, advocating for womens equality alongside her peers. Her involvement illustrates the broader struggle for womens suffrage that took place not just in Belgium, but across Europe and the world. The years leading up to World War I were characterized by increasing public discourse on women’s rights, and figures like Brigode played vital roles in raising awareness and garnering support for the cause. This portrait serves as a lasting reminder of the early activism that laid the foundation for future advancements in womens rights in Belgium and beyond.