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Poster Print : The Mistletoe Seller, drawn by Foster, 1854. Creator: Edmund Evans

The Mistletoe Seller, drawn by Foster, 1854. Creator: Edmund Evans



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The Mistletoe Seller, drawn by Foster, 1854. Creator: Edmund Evans

The Mistletoe Seller, drawn by Foster, 1854. Illustration to a story by Angus B. Reach. There he goes, on the foggy December night, over the crunkling snow, the old Mistletoe-seller, his locks as hoary as the ware he vends. He might have been a Druid himself, he appears so venerable - a Druid heading the procession which carried the mistletoe to the temple, and placed it upon the altar as a sacred plant. A group of boys and girls surround him. The two to the right have bought copiously: one of them has her apron full, and the other a whole branch. It is evident that these young ladies are admirers of the osculum or kiss. A boy appears to be accompanying the old man, if not leading him. Can the Mistletoe-seller be blind? A second glance at his shut eyes shows that this is the sad truth'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854

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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Step into the enchanting world of Christmas past with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Print of "The Mistletoe Seller," an 1854 illustration by Edmund Evans, based on a story by Angus B. Reach. This captivating image, drawn by Foster, depicts the old mistletoe seller braving the foggy December night and crunching through the snow. Bring the nostalgic charm of this classic holiday tale into your home and add a touch of timeless beauty to your decor. Order now and let the magic of the season unfold.

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.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40cm x 59.4cm (15.7" x 23.4")

Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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EDITORS COMMENTS
The Mistletoe Seller," a captivating illustration drawn by Foster and published in the "Illustrated London News" in 1854, offers a glimpse into a quintessential Victorian Christmas scene. The image, created by Edmund Evans, depicts an elderly man selling mistletoe on a foggy December night. His long, hoary locks and venerable appearance suggest a connection to ancient Druidic traditions, as he presides over a group of children eagerly purchasing the sacred plant. Two girls, their aprons brimming with mistletoe, are shown in the foreground, their faces flushed with excitement as they exchange glances and anticipate the "osculum," or kiss, that the plant symbolizes. A boy, perhaps leading the old man, accompanies them. A closer look reveals that the Mistletoe Seller is blind, adding a poignant layer to the scene. The illustration, reminiscent of the photographs of the era, captures the essence of 19th-century British fashion. The children are dressed in various styles of clothing, including bonnets and heavy coats, while the Mistletoe Seller dons a simple, worn coat and a hat. The scene is set against a backdrop of evergreen foliage, with a dog and its puppy playfully peeking out from behind the old man. The Mistletoe Seller, a cherished symbol of the holiday season, continues to evoke the spirit of Christmas past, inviting us to reflect on the traditions and joys of this magical time of year.

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