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Swallows / Postcards 1908
Six swallows delivering postcards, which they hold in their beaks
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Media ID 575160
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20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the enchanting "Swallows / Postcards 1908" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating vintage illustration showcases six elegant swallows in flight, each carrying a postcard in their beaks. This charming representation of nature and communication is sure to bring a touch of nostalgia and whimsy to any space. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office decor for a delightful conversation starter and a reminder of simpler times. Order now and let the magic of the past soar into your world.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.8cm x 48.8cm (30.2" x 19.2")
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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
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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