Canvas Print : Wassail [Foster]
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Wassail [Foster]
Carol singers, having done their stuff, are rewarded with the wassail bowl
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Media ID 577875
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10018303
Bowl Carol Foster Rewarded Singers Stuff Wassail Wassailing
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the enchanting "Wassail [Foster]" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports us back to a time of merriment and tradition, as carol singers are rewarded with a steaming wassail bowl after a heartfelt performance. The rich, textured canvas brings the warmth and spirit of the scene to life, making it a perfect addition to any home or office. Experience the magic of the holiday season or the simple joy of tradition with this beautiful, high-quality canvas print.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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
Wassailing: A 16th-17th Century Tradition - Carol Singers Receive Their Reward (Mary Evans Picture Library/Museum of London) This evocative image captures the spirit of the ancient wassailing tradition as it unfolded during the 16th and 17th centuries. The scene depicts a group of carol singers, having completed their rounds, being rewarded with a hearty drink from the wassail bowl. The bowl, a symbol of goodwill and community, is brimming with a steaming, spiced beverage, likely made from a combination of ale, cider, fruit, and spices. Wassailing was a popular custom during the Christmas season in England, where groups of carol singers would travel from house to house, singing songs and offering blessings for a bountiful harvest and good health. In return for their performance, the singers were typically given food, drink, and small gifts. The wassail bowl was a central part of these celebrations, and its contents were believed to bring good luck and cheer to all who partook. The origins of wassailing can be traced back to the Anglo-Saxon and Celtic traditions, where communities would gather to bless their fruit trees and livestock with a drink made from the wassail bowl. Over time, the practice evolved to include carol singing and the sharing of the wassail bowl as a symbol of community and goodwill. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of the Museum of London at Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and customs of the wassailing tradition. As we continue to celebrate the holiday season, let us remember the importance of community, goodwill, and the simple pleasures of sharing a warm drink with friends and loved ones.
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