Photo Mug : Wassail [Foster]
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Wassail [Foster]
Carol singers, having done their stuff, are rewarded with the wassail bowl
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Media ID 577875
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Bowl Carol Foster Rewarded Singers Stuff Wassail Wassailing
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, featuring the charming image "Wassail [Foster]" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This mug is not just a beverage container, but a piece of art for your daily use. Imagine sipping your favorite hot drink while being transported back to the joyous carol singing sessions of old, as the carolers in this beautiful image are rewarded with a steaming wassail bowl. Add a personal touch to your mug collection and bring a smile to your face with every sip. Order yours today and make your mug collection a work of art.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
Wassailing: A 16th-17th Century Tradition - Carol Singers Receive Their Reward (Mary Evans Picture Library/Museum of London) This evocative image captures the spirit of the ancient wassailing tradition as it unfolded during the 16th and 17th centuries. The scene depicts a group of carol singers, having completed their rounds, being rewarded with a hearty drink from the wassail bowl. The bowl, a symbol of goodwill and community, is brimming with a steaming, spiced beverage, likely made from a combination of ale, cider, fruit, and spices. Wassailing was a popular custom during the Christmas season in England, where groups of carol singers would travel from house to house, singing songs and offering blessings for a bountiful harvest and good health. In return for their performance, the singers were typically given food, drink, and small gifts. The wassail bowl was a central part of these celebrations, and its contents were believed to bring good luck and cheer to all who partook. The origins of wassailing can be traced back to the Anglo-Saxon and Celtic traditions, where communities would gather to bless their fruit trees and livestock with a drink made from the wassail bowl. Over time, the practice evolved to include carol singing and the sharing of the wassail bowl as a symbol of community and goodwill. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of the Museum of London at Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and customs of the wassailing tradition. As we continue to celebrate the holiday season, let us remember the importance of community, goodwill, and the simple pleasures of sharing a warm drink with friends and loved ones.
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