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Leap Year Dance
In England, during Leap Year, it is the girls who invite the men onto the dance floor, who lead them to the buffet, and then return them to their seats
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 615830
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10099529
Buffet Custom Floor Invite Lead Leap Return Seats Year
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Leap Year Dance" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork transports you to a bygone era, where tradition takes center stage. During a Leap Year in England, the roles are reversed, and the ladies invite gentlemen for a dance, leading them to the buffet table before returning them to their seats. This charming scene is now an enchanting addition to your home decor, as our high-quality canvas print brings the vibrant colors and intricate details of this historic event to life. Elevate your living space with a touch of history and whimsy, and create a conversation piece that will be admired by all.
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.
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1. Title: "Leap Year Tradition Unfolding: A Time-Honored Custom in England, 1912" In this photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library, we witness a unique and intriguing moment from English history during a Leap Year Dance in 1912. Leap Year, occurring every four years, brings with it a charming custom that defies the norms of the time. In this tradition, the roles are reversed, as the girls boldly invite the men to the dance floor, leading them towards the enticing buffet spread, and finally returning them to their seats. The image captures a group of dapper gentlemen being led by confident and elegant young women, their eyes filled with excitement and anticipation. The men, dressed in their finest suits and ties, follow their female counterparts with a mix of amusement and delight. The women, adorned in beautiful gowns and carrying trays of delectable treats, exude a sense of authority and enjoyment as they take charge of the evening's festivities. The buffet table, laden with an array of tempting dishes, stands nearby, beckoning the men with its inviting spread. The atmosphere is lively and festive, as the women, in their role reversal, revel in the opportunity to lead and entertain. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, where traditions were turned on their head, and the women of England seized the moment to make their presence felt on the dance floor. This image, taken in 1912, serves as a testament to the rich history and unique customs of England, offering a glimpse into a time when the rules were broken, and the roles were reversed, all in the name of celebration and tradition.
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