Merrie Games in Rhyme, title page
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Merrie Games in Rhyme, title page
An ornate title page and frontispiece to a book of childrens games entitled Merrie Games in Rhyme from Ye Olden Time
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1886 Archaic Frontis Piece Lettering Merrie Olden Rhyme Title Games
EDITORS COMMENTS
In the gilded age of the 1880s, when whimsy and wonder held sway over the hearts of children, a tome of delight and merriment was born. Behold, the title page and frontispiece of "Merrie Games in Rhyme from Ye Olden Time," an ornate and archaic testament to the joys of yesteryear. The page, bathed in the soft glow of a bygone era, is awash in a sea of red and white, with ornate, flowing lettering that dances across its surface. The title, "Merrie Games in Rhyme," is written in elegant script, its curving lines and graceful loops evoking the playful spirit of the games contained within. The words "from Ye Olden Time" are inscribed in bold, archaic type, harkening back to a time long past. The frontispiece, a visual feast for the eyes, depicts a scene of jubilant children engaged in merrymaking. They frolic and laugh, their rosy cheeks aglow with the joy of their games. The scene is set against a backdrop of gothic splendor, with intricately carved arches and columns rising up to touch the heavens. The sun casts a warm, golden light over the scene, bathing it in a gentle, ethereal glow. Each element of this title page and frontispiece is meticulously crafted, a labor of love and artistry that speaks to the enduring power of play and the magic of the past. "Merrie Games in Rhyme from Ye Olden Time" is more than just a book of children's games; it is a journey back in time, a reminder of the simple pleasures and joys that have endured through the ages. This beautiful and historic image, a treasure from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, invites us to step into the world of "Merrie Games in Rhyme," to experience the wonder and delight of a bygone era, and to rediscover the magic of childhood.
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