Metal 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
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Add a touch of history to your home decor with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the classic Baby Feeder image (SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY C018 / 7121). This captivating 19th century artifact from England showcases a traditional baby feeder used for filling with liquid food or pap. Our high-quality metal prints are not only a beautiful addition to any room, but also a conversation starter. Preserve history and bring timeless charm into your living space with Media Storehouse Metal Prints.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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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