Fine Art Print : Old Maid card - Milkman
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Old Maid card - Milkman
Old Maid card - Milkman.
circa 1940s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14311589
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
Bottles Carry Churn Delivering Maid Milkman Peaked Trades Delivery Games
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the charming world of yesteryears with our Old Maid card - Milkman fine art print from Terry Parker, exclusively available at Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from the Mary Evans Picture Library, takes us back to the 1940s with a playful depiction of an old maid waiting for her milkman's visit. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the scene to life, making it an enchanting addition to any home or office space. Order your Old Maid card - Milkman print today and let the nostalgia take you on a journey through time.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 charming Old Maid card featuring a milkman from the 1940s. The image captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing the traditional trade of milk delivery in a quaint and nostalgic way. The milkman is depicted carrying a large churn on his back, balanced precariously as he makes his rounds. He wears a peaked cap and carries milk bottles in each hand, ready to deliver the fresh dairy products to eager customers. This Old Maid card is a delightful reminder of the simple pleasures and hard work that defined daily life in the 1940s. The Old Maid card game, a popular pastime for families and friends, was a staple of American culture during this time. The game, which involves eliminating pairs of matching cards while leaving one "old maid" card behind, was often played with hand-drawn or printed cards like this one. The milkman card is a cherished piece of Americana, evoking memories of front porches, warm milk, and the sound of the milkman's jingling bell. It's a snapshot of a time when trades like milk delivery were an integral part of community life, and when simple pleasures like a game of Old Maid brought people together. This beautifully preserved card is a must-have for collectors of vintage cards, Old Maid games, and American history.
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