Antique Framed Print : Boy with Christmas Tree by Ethel Parkinson
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Boy with Christmas Tree by Ethel Parkinson
A young boy in 17th century costume carries a small Christmas tree in a pot. He looks as if he might come from Puritan stock so could be in big trouble when he gets home
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Decorating Ethel Parkinson Puritan
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.4cm x 37.1cm (9.2" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A 17th Century Christmas Tradition: A Boy with a Christmas Tree by Ethel Parkinson This enchanting image, captured by the skilled brushstrokes of Ethel Parkinson, depicts a young boy in 17th century attire, carrying a small, potted Christmas tree. The scene is set against a backdrop of a snowy winter landscape, with the boy's rosy cheeks and bundled-up clothing adding to the wintery charm. The use of a Christmas tree as a decoration during the 17th century was not a common practice, especially among the Puritan community. The Puritans, known for their strict adherence to religious traditions, frowned upon the celebration of Christmas due to its pagan origins. This could explain the boy's furtive expression, suggesting that he might be in trouble when he arrives home. Despite the potential consequences, the boy's joy and excitement are evident as he carefully carries the tree, its branches adorned with fragile ornaments and twinkling candles. The tree, a symbol of life and renewal, adds a touch of warmth and cheer to the otherwise bleak winter landscape. Ethel Parkinson masterfully captures the essence of a bygone era, transporting us back in time to a moment of simple joy and wonder. This image invites us to reflect on the history of Christmas traditions and the enduring spirit of the holiday season.
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