Framed Print : Delivery Boy Costume
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Delivery Boy Costume
Boy carrying a basket: boots, trousers, light coloured shirt style jacket in a coarse fabric, white collar & narrow bowtie, apron, quartered cap. A knife hangs from his belt
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Media ID 603528
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Apron Belt Butcher Coarse Fabric Hangs Knife Labour Narrow Quartered Shirt Trousers Delivery
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the delightful "Delivery Boy Costume" print from Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a beautiful framed print from Media Storehouse. This charming image captures the essence of a bygone era with a young boy in traditional attire, expertly balanced atop a bicycle, ready to make deliveries. Dressed in boots, trousers, a light-colored shirt jacket in coarse fabric, white collar and narrow bowtie, and an apron, he completes his look with a quartered cap and a knife hanging from his belt. Bring this nostalgic scene into your home or office and add a touch of timeless charm to your decor. Order your Framed Print of "Delivery Boy Costume" today from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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
Step back in time with this image of a Victorian-era delivery boy, proudly showcasing his traditional attire as he goes about his daily chores. Dressed in a coarse, light-coloured shirt style jacket with a white collar and narrow bowtie, the boy wears trousers and sturdy boots, completing his outfit with an apron and a quartered cap adorned with a narrow ribbon. A knife hangs from his belt, a practical accessory for any butcher's delivery boy of the 1860s. The historical significance of this costume lies in its representation of the working class during the Victorian era. The intricacies of the era's fashion are evident in the boy's attire, which reflects the attention to detail and craftsmanship of the time. The jacket, made of a coarse fabric, would have provided both warmth and durability for the boy as he made his deliveries. The collar and bowtie add a touch of sophistication to the practical outfit, while the apron protected his clothes from the messes that came with the job. The quartered cap, a distinctive feature of the delivery boy's uniform, is a nod to the boy's status as a laborer. The cap's quarters represented the four points of the compass, symbolizing the boy's readiness to travel to any part of the city to make his deliveries. The narrow, quartered cap also served a practical purpose, keeping the sun and rain out of the boy's eyes as he navigated the streets. This image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the world of Victorian-era delivery boys and the important role they played in the daily lives of their communities. With its rich details and historical significance, this photograph is a must-have for anyone interested in Victorian history, fashion, or social class.
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