Metal Print : Children with Poissons
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Children with Poissons
French children fishing for poissons d Avril - their equivalent of an April Fool joke
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Media ID 607646
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10059940
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to your home with the Media Storehouse range of Metal Prints featuring this delightful image from Mary Evans Picture Library. Depicting French children playing an April Fool's Day prank by fishing for 'poissons' or 'poisson d'avril' (Fool Fish), this charming photograph is sure to bring smiles and joy to all who see it. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not only eye-catching but also durable and waterproof, making them perfect for any room in the house. Add this unique and playful piece to your collection today and create a memorable conversation starter.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This delightful photograph captures the essence of childhood joy and the playful traditions of French culture. Titled "Children with Poissons (Fish) during the April Fool Joke in France, 1908," this image showcases a group of young boys and girls eagerly participating in the April Fool's Day custom known as "Poissons d'Avril" or "April Fish." Historically, Poissons d'Avril originated in France during the 16th century. On this day, children would attach paper fish to the backs of unsuspecting adults, pretending to have caught them. The prank's name comes from the belief that the first person to be caught with a paper fish on their back would be blessed with good fortune for the rest of the year. In this charming photograph, the children are not only enjoying the fun of the prank but also the simple pleasure of an afternoon spent together by the water. Dressed in their best clothes and armed with their fishing rods, they embody the spirit of camaraderie and mischief that has been a part of this tradition for centuries. The boys and girls in the image appear to be deeply engrossed in their fishing endeavors, their faces filled with determination and excitement. The girls, dressed in long skirts and aprons, are carefully tending to their lines, while the boys, wearing short pants and shirts, are eagerly casting their rods into the water. The serene setting of the scene, with the clear blue sky and the gentle ripples on the water, adds to the idyllic atmosphere. This photograph not only offers a glimpse into the history of a unique April Fool's Day custom but also captures the innocence and joy of childhood. The image serves as a reminder that traditions, no matter how quirky or seemingly trivial, have the power to bring people together and create lasting memories.
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