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May Day festivities, 1891
May Day festivities, 1891. Plaiting the maypole at St Mary Cray, London. From The Graphic (9 May 1891)
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Media ID 14936440
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Bromley Celebration Celebrations Fate Festivities Fete Happiness Happy May Day Maypole Plaiting The Graphic St Mary Cray
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage May Day Festivities, 1891 poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, depicts a lively scene of children plaiting the maypole at St Mary Cray, London, as published in The Graphic on May 9, 1891. Add a touch of history and charm to your walls with this authentic, retro print.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.9cm (23.4" x 15.7")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
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May Day Festivities, 1891 - A Joyful Celebration of Tradition and Togetherness
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures the essence of May Day festivities in 19th century London. Taken in St Mary Cray, it showcases a momentous occasion where women from all walks of life come together to plait the maypole. The enchanting scene is filled with happiness and merriment as they dance around this iconic symbol of spring. The image transports us back to a time when celebrations were simpler yet held great significance. In this Victorian era, May Day was eagerly anticipated as a way to welcome the arrival of summer and bid farewell to winter's chill. It was an opportunity for communities to gather, rejoice, and revel in the beauty of nature's awakening. Amidst the lush countryside backdrop, these ladies radiate elegance and grace while adorned in their finest attire. Their synchronized movements create an atmosphere brimming with joy and camaraderie. As they weave ribbons around the maypole, their collective efforts symbolize unity and cooperation. This historical photograph harks back to a bygone era when traditions were cherished and passed down through generations. It serves as a reminder that despite societal changes over time, some customs endure as timeless expressions of human connection. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded that celebrations like these continue today – albeit with modern twists – reminding us that our need for community spirit remains constant throughout history.
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