Framed Print : Baby feeder, 19th century C018 / 7121
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Baby feeder, 19th century C018 / 7121
Baby feeder dating from nineteenth century England. This would be filled with liquid food or pap (usually a combination of milk, bread, flour and sugar) which the infant could suck through the teat-like spout. This was supplementary to breast feeding. This feeding bottle is ceramic, transfer printed with a blue and white pattern
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Antique Blue Bottle Ceramic Feeder Feeding Nineteenth Century Nursery Nursing Pattern Patterned Vessel Baby Bottle Transfer Print Transfer Printed
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the intriguing "Baby Feeder, 19th century C018 / 7121" by Science Photo Library. This captivating image showcases a traditional baby feeder from nineteenth century England, used to provide nourishment for infants with a combination of milk and bread. Add a touch of history and character to your home decor with this unique and thought-provoking framed print. Perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of the past and the story it tells.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.8cm (15.6" x 10.2")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a remarkable artifact from nineteenth century England - a baby feeder that provided supplementary nourishment to infants. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this ceramic feeding bottle features an elegant blue and white transfer printed pattern on its surface. The teat-like spout allowed the little ones to suckle liquid food or pap, typically made of milk, bread, flour, and sugar. During this era, such feeders played a crucial role in supporting breastfeeding mothers by offering an alternative means of nourishing their babies. This historical relic offers us a glimpse into the nurturing practices of the past and serves as a testament to human ingenuity in caring for our youngest members. The delicate design and intricate craftsmanship make it clear that this antique vessel was not only functional but also served as an ornamental piece within nurseries of yesteryears. Its terracotta background adds warmth and charm to any space where it is displayed. As we admire this rare find from the 1800s, let us appreciate how far we have come in understanding infant nutrition while acknowledging the rich history that has shaped modern-day nursing practices. This photograph captures both the beauty of this unique baby feeder and its significance in English history during the nineteenth century.
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