Framed Print : Running the Gauntlet
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Running the Gauntlet
Newly-wed couple run the gauntlet of guardsmen saluting with symbolically raised, unsheathed swords
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Media ID 583466
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10033109
Bouquet Bride Gauntlet Groom Guardsmen Married Newly Raised Salute Smartly Swords Symbolically Uniformed Waltz
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the "Running the Gauntlet" Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases a newly-wed couple bravely running the gauntlet of guardsmen, their symbolic salutes a testament to the newlyweds' courage and the respect of those who have gathered to welcome them into their community. Add an air of historical charm and intrigue to your home or office with this exquisitely detailed, professionally framed print. The high-quality print is expertly matted and framed in a beautiful, timeless design, ensuring a stunning presentation that is sure to be a conversation starter. Elevate your decor and celebrate the beauty of history with the "Running the Gauntlet" Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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
Running the Gauntlet: A Historic and Elegant Marital Tradition This photograph, titled "Running the Gauntlet," depicts a newly-wed couple boldly making their way through a line of uniformed guardsmen, each saluting the bride and groom with symbolically raised, unsheathed swords. The scene, evoking an air of grandeur and history, transports us back to an earlier century, where tradition and ceremony held a special place in the celebration of marriage. The groom, dressed in a smartly tailored suit, proudly leads his bride by the hand, his gaze fixed on the horizon as if to assure her of a promising future. The bride, in an exquisite, early 20th-century wedding dress, holds her bouquet close to her heart, her expression a mixture of excitement and apprehension. The guardsmen, all in their military uniforms, stand at attention, their faces a mask of discipline and respect. Their raised swords, while symbolic, serve as a reminder of the protection and security the couple will find in their union. The gauntlet, a historic and time-honored tradition, can be traced back to medieval Europe, where it was a test of courage and strength for newlyweds. In this photograph, however, the gauntlet takes on a new meaning: a symbol of the challenges and triumphs that lie ahead for the couple, as they embark on their marital journey together. As the couple passes through the gauntlet, they are surrounded by the rich history and pageantry of a bygone era. The waltz of tradition and ceremony, the clash of swords, and the applause of the assembled crowd create a moment that is at once historic and deeply personal, a testament to the enduring power of love and the importance of honoring the past.
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