Photographic Print : Making Crystal Balls
Photo Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Making Crystal Balls
Men and women cutting crystal balls for fortune-telling
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Media ID 620962
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10074960
B Alls Crystal Cutting Fortune Telling
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Discover the enchanting world of fortune-telling with our exquisite selection of Photographic Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library, featuring the captivating image "Making Crystal Balls." This intriguing photograph showcases a group of men and women intently focused on their craft, meticulously cutting and shaping crystal balls for use in divination. With their mystical allure and timeless appeal, these prints are perfect for adding a touch of the extraordinary to your home or office decor. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail that bring the magic of this ancient art form to life. Elevate your space and ignite your imagination with the captivating "Making Crystal Balls" Photographic Print from Media Storehouse.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.3cm (11" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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 photograph, titled "Making Crystal Balls," offers a glimpse into the intriguing world of crystal ball production during the 19th century. The image, taken by an unknown photographer and sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, depicts a group of men and women intently engaged in the meticulous process of creating crystal balls for fortune-telling. The scene unfolds in a dimly lit workshop, where the artisans are surrounded by piles of raw glass and various cutting tools. The women, dressed in long skirts and aprons, carefully shape the glass using hammers and punches, while the men, wearing waistcoats and trousers, use larger tools to rough out the spherical shapes. The air is thick with the sounds of glass shattering and the rhythmic clanging of hammers against anvils. The crystal balls, which were believed to possess mystical properties, were a popular item in the burgeoning fortune-telling industry during the 19th century. These objects were used by fortune-tellers, also known as seers or psychics, to help them connect with the spiritual realm and provide insights into people's lives. The belief in the power of crystal balls to reveal hidden truths and predict the future was deeply rooted in various cultural traditions, including ancient Greek and Roman mythology, as well as the European folklore and spiritualism that flourished during the Victorian era. This photograph not only provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of crystal ball production but also offers a glimpse into the lives of the artisans who dedicated their craft to creating these enigmatic objects. Their dedication and skill played a crucial role in fueling the public's fascination with the mystical world of fortune-telling, which continues to captivate us to this day.
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