Poster Print : Making Crystal Balls
Poster 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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Making Crystal Balls" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to an enchanting scene of fortune-tellers meticulously crafting crystal balls for their mystical readings. Featuring both men and women in period attire, this poster adds an intriguing touch of history and mystery to any space. The intricate details and rich colors of this timeless photograph are sure to spark curiosity and imagination. Elevate your home or office decor with this captivating piece from the Media Storehouse range of poster prints.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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