Fine Art Print : Children with their Guy
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Children with their Guy
Children parade their guy through the streets : note its hat - an attempt to mimic the papal tiara, a sign of the surviving anti-papal significance of the tradition
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Media ID 604728
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1858 Anti Attempt Fawkes Mimic Note Papal Parade Significance Surviving Tiara Tradition
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating 'Children with their Guy' Fine Art Print from Mary Evans Picture Library, available in the Media Storehouse range. This evocative image captures the spirit of the Guy Fawkes Night tradition, with children proudly displaying their effigy through the streets. The Guy's distinctive hat, reminiscent of a papal tiara, adds an intriguing layer of history and symbolism to this classic scene. Bring the rich heritage of this British custom into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print. Order yours today from Media Storehouse and celebrate the enduring allure of this unique tradition.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
1. Title: "November Tradition: Children's Guy Fawkes Parade - An Anti-Papal Significance Revisited" This evocative photograph captures the essence of a time-honored tradition that has survived the test of centuries. The image portrays a group of children proudly parading their "Guy" through the streets during the annual Guy Fawkes Night celebrations in November. The Guy, represented by a life-sized effigy wearing a hat that mimics the papal tiara, is a symbolic representation of Guy Fawkes, the infamous plotter of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605. The Guy Fawkes Night, also known as Bonfire Night, commemorates the foiling of the plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament and assassinate King James I. The tradition of creating a Guy and burning it on a bonfire is believed to have originated as a way for the people to express their disapproval of the Catholic faith and the perceived threat of the papacy. The children in the photograph, dressed in costumes and carrying torches, are seen leading their Guy through the streets, their faces filled with excitement and anticipation. The Guy's hat, adorned with mock papal insignia, is a testament to the historical significance of the tradition and the anti-papal sentiments that once fueled it. The Guy Fawkes Night, steeped in history and customs, continues to be celebrated every year in November, providing an intriguing glimpse into the past and the rich cultural heritage of the United Kingdom. This photograph, taken in 1858, serves as a reminder of the enduring nature of this tradition and the importance of preserving historical customs for future generations.
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