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Egg Shackling
ENGLAND: EGG SHACKLING, STOKE ST GREGORY, SOMERSET. On Shrove Tuesday children take an egg to school. These are gently shaken in a sieve until the strongest shelled egg remains
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1950 Beauchamp Doll Gently Gregory Shelled Shepton Shrove Sieve Somerset Spectacles Stoke Strongest Teacher Tuesday Shackling Shaken
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Egg Shackling" photograph from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a beautiful print from Media Storehouse. This intriguing image transports us back to the quintessential English tradition of Shrove Tuesday in Stoke St. Gregory, Somerset. Children, with anticipation in their eyes, bring their eggs to school for this age-old competition. The eggs are gently shaken in a sieve until only the strongest shelled egg remains, a testament to the enduring bond between community, tradition, and the simple joys of childhood. Add this unique, evocative print to your home or office and bring a touch of timeless English heritage into your space. Perfect for those who cherish the beauty of history and the power of tradition. Order your "Egg Shackling" photographic print today from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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This photograph, taken in the quaint village of Stoke St Gregory in Somerset, England, offers a glimpse into a unique and intriguing historical custom known as Egg Shackling. Shrove Tuesday, the day before the Christian season of Lent begins, has long been a time for traditions and festivities in England. One such tradition, still practiced in this village up until the 1950s, was Egg Shackling. Children, dressed in their best, would bring an egg to school on this day. The eggs were then placed in a sieve and gently shaken, allowing the weaker shelled eggs to be eliminated, leaving the strongest one standing. The child whose egg remained uncracked was hailed as the winner. The tradition was believed to bring good fortune and luck for the coming year. In this image, a teacher, donning spectacles, carefully oversees the process, ensuring fairness and order. A young girl, with her doll in tow, watches intently as her classmates' eggs are shaken in the sieve. The children's expressions of anticipation and excitement are palpable, adding to the charm of this historical moment. This photograph, taken circa 1950, offers a fascinating look into the past, showcasing a tradition that has long since been forgotten by many. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to experience a piece of England's rich and diverse history.
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