Greetings Card : CHRISTMAS HOLLY CART. Wood engraving, English, 1848, after a drawing by Myles Birket Foster
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CHRISTMAS HOLLY CART. Wood engraving, English, 1848, after a drawing by Myles Birket Foster
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Media ID 7500227
1848 Branch Cart Christmas Commerce Domestic Foster Holly Neighborhood Playing Street Scene Sweep Sweeper Vendor Victorian Winter Birket Myles Snow Flake
Greetings Card (A5)
Bring the timeless charm of Victorian England to your holiday celebrations with our exquisite "Christmas Holly Cart" greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection. This elegant design, inspired by a 1848 wood engraving after a drawing by Myles Birket Foster from The Granger Collection, features a charming scene of a holly-laden cart adorned with twinkling candles and festive evergreens. Perfect for spreading holiday cheer, this high-quality greeting card captures the essence of the season and is a beautiful addition to your holiday correspondence.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
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 wood engraving, titled "CHRISTMAS HOLLY CART" transports us back to the bustling streets of Victorian England in 1848. The print, based on a drawing by Myles Birket Foster, captures the essence of daily life during this festive season. In the heart of a charming city neighborhood, we find ourselves immersed in a lively street scene. Snowflakes gently fall from the sky, blanketing the ground and adorning every surface with their delicate beauty. Against this wintry backdrop, a vendor's cart takes center stage. The Christmas Holly Cart is filled to the brim with vibrant branches of holly - an iconic symbol of holiday cheer. Men and women gather around eagerly, drawn by its allure and eager to purchase these festive decorations for their homes. As they engage in commerce with the vendor, children play nearby in sheer delight. Amidst all this activity stands a chimney sweep diligently going about his work - an integral part of Victorian society's daily routine. His presence adds an authentic touch to this enchanting scene. Through intricate engravings and meticulous attention to detail, Foster masterfully brings this snapshot of middle-class English life alive. This print serves as both a nostalgic reminder of simpler times and an exquisite piece that celebrates the joyous spirit of Christmas. "The Granger Collection" presents us with yet another remarkable glimpse into history through art – reminding us that even centuries later, moments frozen in time can still evoke wonderment within our hearts.
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