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Wirksworth Well Dressing
Give Me to Drink - people admiring a Well Dressing at Wirksworth, Derbyshire, England. It originated in 1827 when a local gentleman had water brought from the moors. Date: 1950s
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1827 Admiring Brought Derbyshire Dressing Gentleman Give Moors Originated Wirksworth
14"x11" Photo Print
Bring the enchanting tradition of Wirksworth Well Dressing into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image, taken from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, captures the essence of this Derbyshire, England, tradition from the 1950s. With people admiring the intricately designed well dressing, this print is a beautiful reminder of the rich history and community spirit behind this unique event. Our high-quality prints are rights managed, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity. Add a touch of timeless charm to your walls and relive the magic of Wirksworth Well Dressing every day.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken in the 1950s, showcases the awe and wonderment of onlookers as they admire the intricately designed Wirksworth Well Dressing in Derbyshire, England. The tradition of Well Dressing in this picturesque town dates back to 1827, when a local gentleman named Thomas Taylor had water brought from the nearby moors to alleviate a drought. In gratitude, he commissioned the creation of a decorative dressing for the well. The Well Dressing custom involves the meticulous arrangement of small clay flowers and designs on the surface of the well, using natural materials such as petals, leaves, and twigs. The result is a stunning and ephemeral work of art, which is refreshed annually. In this image, the people of Wirksworth gather around the well, their faces filled with admiration and appreciation for the beauty and craftsmanship of the dressing. The scene is a testament to the enduring charm of this quintessentially British custom, which continues to draw visitors from far and wide to this day.
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