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Photographic Print : Swallows / Postcards 1908
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Swallows / Postcards 1908
Six swallows delivering postcards, which they hold in their beaks
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Media ID 575160
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10012267
Beaks Delivering Hold Postcards Swallow Swallows Delivery
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the enchanting "Swallows / Postcards 1908" print from the Media Storehouse collection at Mary Evans Picture Library. This delightful image captures the essence of a bygone era, as six swallows gracefully fly while carrying postcards in their beaks. Add a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to your home or office with this charming print. Perfect for avian enthusiasts, postal history aficionados, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of nature and the power of connection through the mail. Order now and let this captivating print transport you to a time when communication was a little more magical.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.7cm (11" x 7")
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
A captivating image from the past, this vintage print titled "Swallows - Six Swallows Delivering Postcards, 1908" by Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to an era when communication relied on the wings of nature. In this charming scene, six swallows are depicted in mid-flight, each carrying a postcard in their beaks. The intricate details of their feathers and the delicate postcards they carry are beautifully rendered, showcasing the skill of the artist. Swallows have long been admired for their aerial agility and their remarkable ability to build their nests using mud, often under the eaves of buildings or bridges. This image, however, captures them in an unexpected role as postal carriers. The idea of birds delivering messages is not new; ancient civilizations used homing pigeons for communication, and the use of birds for mail delivery continued well into the 19th and early 20th centuries. The postcards themselves are a fascinating glimpse into history. Postcards became popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as an affordable and convenient way to send messages and keep in touch with loved ones. The images on these postcards often depicted picturesque landscapes, tourist attractions, and everyday life. This print is not only a delightful representation of the natural world and the history of communication but also a testament to the beauty and ingenuity of the past. The six swallows, with their postcards in tow, remind us of the simple joys of connection and the wonders of the world around us.
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