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Popular Superstitions: Seeing the new moon (colour litho)
8668703 Popular Superstitions: Seeing the new moon (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seeing the new moon. We are told that it is unlucky to see the new moon for the first time from indoors. This superstition carries us back to the dim past when primeval man, who feared the darkness, sallied joyously forth from his cave to hail the new moon, which heralded a period of light nights. It was considered a great misfortune for those who were unable to take part in the tribal ceremony or rite of witnessing the rise of the new moon. Illustration for one of a set of 25 cigarette cards on the subject of Popular Superstitions issued by Godfrey Phillips in 1930.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38378502
© © Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring a touch of mystique to your space with our canvas print featuring the popular superstition of seeing the new moon. This captivating artwork by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder is sure to spark conversation and intrigue in any room.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
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This colour lithograph titled "Popular Superstitions: Seeing the new moon" by English School from the 20th century transports us back to a time when superstitions held great power over people's beliefs and actions. The image depicts a group of individuals gathered outside, eagerly awaiting the appearance of the new moon. According to folklore, it was considered unlucky to witness this celestial event for the first time from indoors.
The superstition surrounding seeing the new moon stems from ancient times when primitive man feared darkness and celebrated the arrival of light nights heralded by the lunar cycle. Missing out on this tribal ceremony was believed to bring misfortune upon those who were unable to participate in welcoming the new moon.
This illustration is part of a set of 25 cigarette cards on Popular Superstitions issued by Godfrey Phillips in 1930, providing insight into various cultural beliefs and practices throughout history. The intricate details and vibrant colours capture the essence of this age-old tradition, inviting viewers to reflect on how superstitions have shaped human behavior across generations.
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