Fine Art 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
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Bowl Carol Foster Rewarded Singers Stuff Wassail Wassailing
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the joy and tradition of the holiday season into your home with our exquisite Wassail [Foster] fine art print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts carol singers gathered around a table, their voices raised in song, as they are rewarded with a steaming wassail bowl. Add a touch of old-world charm to your decor with this beautifully detailed and evocative print, perfect for adding warmth and character to any room in your home. Experience the magic of the holiday season all year round with our range of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 46.7cm x 50.8cm (18.4" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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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