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The Day before Christmas: Gathering the Holly by Millar Watt
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The Day before Christmas: Gathering the Holly by Millar Watt
From a painting in oils made for The Sphere Christmas number front cover by Millar Watt. Snowy scene showing a 1920s family gathering holly on Christmas Eve. Date: 25th November 1929
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25th Collecting Gathering Holly Millar Oils Snowy Sphere Watt 1929 Made
The Day before Christmas - Gathering the Holly
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is a beautiful and evocative oil painting by Millar Watt, created for the front cover of The Sphere Christmas number in 1929. The scene transports us back in time to a snowy Christmas Eve in the 1920s. In the painting, a family is seen bundled up against the cold, making their way through a winter wonderland to collect holly for their Christmas decorations. The father leads the way, pushing a pram with a sleeping baby inside, while his wife follows closely behind, holding onto the arms of their young daughter. The family dog trots along at their heels, its breath visible in the crisp air. A horse-drawn carriage passes by in the distance, adding to the sense of nostalgia and tradition. The trees and shrubs are laden with holly and ivy, their bright red berries a stark contrast against the pristine white snow. The painting captures the simple joys of the season, as the family comes together to prepare for the festivities. Millar Watt's use of oil paints adds depth and texture to the scene, bringing the winter wonderland to life. The painting was created on 25th November 1929, just a few weeks before Christmas Day, and was imported from the ILN (International News Service) via Mary Evans Prints Online. This historical image offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the enduring traditions and joy of the holiday season.
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