Postcard : Mayne Reid / Vfair 1873
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Mayne Reid / Vfair 1873
MAYNE REID Irish writer Date: 1818 - 1883
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1818 1873 1883 Cheeks Cigar Mayne Monocle Reid Vfair
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
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 photograph captures the distinguished figure of Irish writer Mayne Reid (1818-1883) during the Vienna Fair of 1873. Reid, renowned for his adventure novels set in the American West, is depicted here with a confident and introspective expression, his piercing gaze seemingly lost in thought. The image reveals the author's striking features, including his rosy cheeks, monocle, and thick, black hair, which were characteristic of his later years. Mayne Reid was born in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, and began his literary career as a journalist in Dublin. His early works focused on the natural world and the supernatural, but it was his later novels, such as "The Desert of Linn Bane" and "The Marauders of the Flint River," that brought him international acclaim. These stories, set against the backdrop of the American frontier, were popular among readers for their vivid descriptions of the wilderness and their thrilling narratives. The Vienna Fair of 1873 was an international exposition held in Vienna, Austria, showcasing the latest advancements in science, technology, and culture. Reid's presence at the event suggests that he was a man of the world, well-traveled and curious about the latest developments in society. The photograph offers a glimpse into the life of this fascinating Irish writer, whose works continue to captivate readers more than a century after they were first published.
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