Premium Framed Print : Monkey holding a slate on a cutout Christmas card
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Monkey holding a slate on a cutout Christmas card
Monkey holding a slate on a cutout Christmas and New Year card (front). (1 of 2) Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14375418
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Chalk Cutout Frame Monkey Monkeys Slate Year
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 18.2cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming antique Christmas card from the 1890s features a playful monkey holding a chalk slate, surrounded by festive greenery and the warm glow of a lantern. The monkey, dressed in a red sweater and cap, gazes intently at the slate as if deep in thought, while the words "Christmas and New Year" are written above and below the image. The card's background is a cutout design, adding a delightful three-dimensional touch to the scene. The use of a monkey holding a slate is a common motif in Victorian-era education and is a reminder of the importance of learning during the holiday season. The slate and chalk were essential tools for students during this time, and the image of a monkey using one was often used to convey the idea that even animals could learn and benefit from education. This beautiful card would have been a cherished holiday greeting, sent to loved ones to spread cheer and good wishes for the coming year. The wooden frame adds a rustic charm to the card, making it a timeless piece that continues to evoke the spirit of the season.
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