Canvas Print : A Changeling
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
A Changeling
A changeling is detected when the son of a Herefordshire household brews beer in eggshells
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Media ID 579464
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Beer Detected Fairies Folk Lore Herefordshire House Hold Stealing Changeling Egg Shells
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating and enchanting Media Storehouse Canvas Prints, featuring the hauntingly beautiful image of "A Changeling" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative piece tells the timeless tale of a mystical creature, believed to have replaced a human child in a Herefordshire household, revealed through the discovery of beer brewed in eggshells. Transform your living space into a magical wonderland with this exquisite canvas print, expertly printed using high-quality materials to bring out the intricate details and rich colors of this mesmerizing image. Experience the magic and wonder of this ancient folklore legend in your very own home.
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 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This fascinating print captures a scene straight out of Herefordshire folklore - the detection of a changeling in a household. According to legend, a changeling is revealed when the son of a Herefordshire family is caught brewing beer in eggshells. This peculiar method was believed to be one way to expose fairies who had swapped their own child for a human baby.
The image transports us back in time to an era where superstition and belief in the supernatural played a significant role in everyday life. The expressions on the faces of the household members convey shock and disbelief as they uncover this mysterious deception within their midst.
Through this snapshot, we are reminded of the rich history and traditions that have been passed down through generations in rural England. Stories of changelings and fairy folk have long captivated imaginations, serving as cautionary tales about trusting strangers or unusual occurrences.
As we gaze upon this intriguing piece of history, we are invited to ponder the significance of such beliefs and practices in shaping cultural identities and societal norms. The presence of fairies and changelings may be relegated to myth today, but their legacy lives on through stories like these captured by Mary Evans Prints Online.
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