Canvas Print : Four rats and a barrel on a Christmas card
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Four rats and a barrel on a Christmas card
Four rats and a barrel on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14240956
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Barrel Rats Rodent Rodents Vermin
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring a touch of whimsy to your home this holiday season with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring this charming and quirky image of "Four rats and a barrel on a Christmas card," circa 1890s, obtained from Mary Evans Prints Online, these prints are sure to add character and intrigue to any room. Each print is meticulously printed on high-quality canvas using archival inks, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. The textured canvas material adds depth and dimension to the image, making it a standout piece of art. Order yours today and celebrate the holiday season with a unique and unexpected decoration.
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 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
Step back in time with this charming and quirky Victorian-era Christmas card image featuring four rats and a barrel. Dating back to the 1890s, this antique print captures the whimsy and playful spirit of the holiday season. The rats, with their beady eyes and bushy tails, are shown gathered around a barrel, perhaps enjoying a festive feast. The barrel, adorned with holly and ivy, adds to the festive atmosphere, while the rats, often considered vermin and unwelcome guests, are given a delightful and unexpected role in this holiday scene. This card is a testament to the creative and imaginative spirit of the Victorian era, where even the most unlikely characters could be celebrated during the holiday season. The intricate detail and hand-painted quality of the image further emphasize the artisanal craftsmanship of the time. The use of rats as a holiday motif may seem unusual to us today, but in the Victorian era, they were sometimes associated with good fortune and prosperity. In fact, in some cultures, rats were believed to bring good luck and wealth, especially during the winter months. This beautiful and historic print makes for a unique and intriguing addition to any Christmas card collection, and is sure to spark conversation and delight among friends and family during the holiday season.
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