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Games / Itchy / Warney 18C
Four boys playing Le Cheval Fondu, known in the UK as Itchy or Warney
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Media ID 610373
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10118087
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.4cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
"This 18th century print depicts four young boys intently engaged in a game of Le Cheval Fondu, a popular pastime in Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries, also known as Itchy or Warney in the United Kingdom. The game, which translates to 'melted horse' in French, involved players attempting to pull a wooden horse's tail without getting their own hands wet in the melted tallow or wax that coated it. The boys in this print appear to be deeply focused on their game, with one boy reaching out to grasp the horse's tail while the others seem poised to offer encouragement or taunts. The horse, with its intricately carved features and realistic details, appears to be a prized possession, likely passed down through generations. The print, which dates back to the 18th century, offers a glimpse into the pastimes and traditions of the time. It also highlights the importance of games and play in the lives of children, a universal experience that transcends time and culture. The print is a testament to the rich history of games and pastimes that have shaped our cultural heritage. It invites us to reflect on the simple joys of childhood and the enduring appeal of games that bring people together, even as the world around us continues to change." Mary Evans Picture Library's extensive collection of historical prints offers a wealth of information and insights into various aspects of history, from art and culture to social history and daily life. This particular print, with its charming depiction of a simple yet engaging game, is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of games or the social history of the 18th century.
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