Metal Print : Real Turtle Soup
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Real Turtle Soup
An illustrated advert by Freemans table delicacies offering turtle soup, made with West Indian turtles in compressed tablet form. A cheap alternative at two pence per plate. Date: 1915
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Media ID 14155643
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Cheap Compressed Delicacies Exotic Meat Pence Soup Tablets Turtle Turtles Freemans
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the vintage illustration of "Freeman's Table Delicacies: Turtle Soup" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, dated 1915, showcases an illustrated advert offering a taste of the exotic with West Indian turtle soup in compressed tablet form. Add a touch of history to your home or office with this unique and intriguing Metal Print. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.6cm x 61.5cm (14.8" x 24.2")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
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
Step back in time with this intriguing illustration from 1915, showcasing Freemans Table Delicacies' offering of Real Turtle Soup. Amidst the tumultuous backdrop of World War I, this advertisement invites customers to indulge in a taste of the exotic with a plate of turtle soup, made from West Indian turtles, for just two pence. The image, a captivating work of art from the past, depicts the soup in the form of compressed tablets, suggesting a convenient and cost-effective alternative to the traditional preparation of turtle soup. The war years brought about unique challenges in sourcing and procuring food supplies, making such innovative solutions essential. The advertisement's text, written in elegant script, highlights the exotic allure of the dish, with phrases like "Real Turtle Soup" and "West Indian Turtles" evoking images of far-off lands and exotic flavors. The use of the term "delicacies" further emphasizes the luxurious nature of the product, making it an enticing offering for those seeking a momentary escape from the harsh realities of wartime. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported back to a time when the world was connected through global trade, and the culinary landscape was shaped by the exchange of diverse flavors and ingredients. This illustration serves as a reminder of the rich history of food and the ways in which it has shaped our cultural narratives throughout history.
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