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Christmas supplement front cover for 1875
Christmas front cover supplement for The Illustrated London News, 1875. Showing a group of musicians being greeted at the door with a big bowl of wassail. Date: 1875
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A Jolly Christmas Greeting: Musicians Receive a Warm Welcome with a Bowl of Wassail (The Illustrated London News, Christmas Supplement, 1875) Step back in time to the festive season of 1875, as depicted in this front cover illustration from The Illustrated London News Christmas Supplement. The image showcases a group of jovial musicians, bundled up against the winter chill, as they approach a doorstep adorned with holly and ivy. The musicians, each carrying their unique musical instruments, are greeted with open arms and a hearty "Welcome, carollers!" as a generous host presents them with a large, steaming bowl of wassail. This traditional English Christmas drink, made from a mixture of ale, spices, and fruit, was often shared with carollers as a sign of goodwill and hospitality. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of a choir in the background, their voices blending harmoniously in the crisp winter air as they sing carols to the delight of the gathered crowd. The musicians, too, join in the singing, their instruments adding a melodic layer to the festive atmosphere. This delightful image encapsulates the spirit of Christmas in Victorian England – a time of joy, community, and the sharing of music and good cheer. As the musicians continue their carolling journey, they leave behind a trail of merriment and warmth, spreading Christmas cheer to all they encounter.
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