Home > Africa > Algeria > Related Images
A Shoeshine boy - New Years Card
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
A Shoeshine boy - New Years Card
Shoeshine boy from Algeria, holding a bunch of flowers, wishing the cards recipient a Happy 1906
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 4440717
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10283808
Algeria Algerian Bunch Cleaning Present Rays Roses Saluting Setting Shine Shoe Shoe Shine Sky Line Smile Smiles Sun Set Wishes Wishing Years Year
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Joyous New Year's Greeting from a Young Shoeshine Boy in Algeria (1906) This enchanting image captures the spirit of a young Algerian shoeshine boy, beaming with a radiant smile as he holds a bouquet of red roses, wishing a Happy New Year to the recipient of this vintage postcard. The sun sets in the background, casting long shadows and painting the sky with hues of orange and pink. The historical scene transports us back in time to the early 1900s, where the simple joy of a child's smile and the warmth of a New Year's greeting transcend cultural and temporal boundaries. The shoeshine boy, dressed in traditional North African attire, stands before a backdrop of a bustling cityscape, with the rays of the setting sun illuminating his face. His hands are adorned with the tools of his trade - a brush, a rag, and a box of polish - all neatly arranged beside him. The caricatured style of the illustration adds a touch of whimsy to the scene, making it all the more endearing. As the year comes to a close and a new one begins, this charming postcard serves as a reminder of the universal desire for happiness, peace, and connection. The shoeshine boy's gesture of offering flowers and wishing for a prosperous New Year is a testament to the power of kindness and goodwill, making this a cherished keepsake for generations to come.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.