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Pigs with boars head on a Christmas card
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Pigs with boars head on a Christmas card
Four sad-looking pigs carrying a boars head on a Christmas and New Year card.
circa 1890s
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Media ID 14357569
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
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Step back in time to the late Victorian era with this charming and whimsical Christmas card image from The David Pearson Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library. The scene features four sad-looking pigs dressed in holiday finery, each carrying a portion of a boar's head adorned with tusks and leaves. The pigs seem to be serving the head at a festive banquet, perhaps as a humorous nod to the traditional Christmas feast. The card's decorative border is adorned with intricate lace patterns, adding to the overall vintage aesthetic. The pigs' humanized expressions and anthropomorphic features add a touch of comic relief to the holiday season. The pigs' somber expressions and the apple in one pig's mouth suggest that they may not be entirely thrilled with their task, but they carry on with a sense of duty. The use of anthropomorphism in this card is a common Victorian tradition, reflecting the era's fascination with attributing human qualities and emotions to animals. The pigs' sad faces and the juxtaposition of the festive setting and the boar's head create a unique and intriguing visual narrative that continues to captivate viewers over a century later. This card is a delightful reminder of the quirks and traditions of the past and adds a touch of nostalgia to any holiday celebration. Whether displayed as a decoration or sent as a greeting card, this image is sure to bring a smile to the faces of those who appreciate the charm and whimsy of the Victorian era.
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