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Wee Willie Winkie
Wee Willie Winkie runs through the town, upstairs and downstairs in his nightgown, rapping at the window, crying through the lock, Are the children in their beds...?
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1884 Crying Downstairs Lock Night Gown Nursery Rapping Rhymes Runs Upstairs Willie Winkie
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the enchanting "Wee Willie Winkie" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating illustration depicts the iconic character, Wee Willie Winkie, as he makes his nightly rounds through the town. Dressed in his nightgown, he peeks through windows, rapping and calling out, creating a sense of wonder and delight. This beautiful poster print is the perfect addition to any bedroom or reading nook, transporting you to a world of bedtime stories and childhood memories. Embrace the magic of this classic tale and let the enchanting spirit of Wee Willie Winkie fill your home.
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 42cm x 49.2cm (16.5" x 19.4")
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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Wee Willie Winkie: A Snapshot of a Timeless Nursery Rhyme from the Past This evocative photograph, titled 'Wee Willie Winkie,' transports us back in time to an era of simplicity and innocence. The image, from Mary Evans Picture Library, captures the essence of the classic nursery rhyme that has been a part of our collective childhood memories for generations. The photograph depicts a quaint, old-fashioned town, nestled in the stillness of the night. The silhouette of a figure, dressed in a nightgown and wearing a distinctive cap, is visible in the upper right corner of the frame. This is none other than the elusive Wee Willie Winkie, the character from the eponymous nursery rhyme. The year is 1884, and the scene is set in a time when the world was slower-paced, and bedtime stories were told to lull children to sleep. Wee Willie Winkie, a character from a popular nursery rhyme, is known for his nightly rounds, checking on the children as they sleep. The rhyme goes, 'Wee Willie Winkie runs through the town, upstairs and downstairs in his nightgown, rapping at the window, crying through the lock, Are the children in their beds, roses red, and snow-white sheets?' The photograph captures the mysterious and intriguing nature of the character, as he makes his way through the town, ensuring that all the children are safely tucked in for the night. The image of Wee Willie Winkie, with his cap and nightgown, is a symbol of the comforting rituals of bedtime and the reassurance of a safe and peaceful night's sleep. This photograph is a treasure trove of historical significance, offering a glimpse into the past and the traditions that have shaped our collective childhood memories. It is a reminder of the power of stories, the importance of bedtime rituals, and the enduring appeal of nursery rhymes that continue to captivate and delight us, even today.
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