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Photographic Print : Sing a Song of Sixpence - nursery rhyme
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Sing a Song of Sixpence - nursery rhyme
A Victorian engraving of a scene from the nursery rhyme Sing a Song of Sixpencea, showing the four-and-twenty blackbirds singing to the King upon the opening of the pie. He and the Queen appear slightly surprised while the woman to his left looks aghast. From The Childas Own Magazinea, published in London by The Sunday School Union in 1892 with illustrations by various artists
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Media ID 14595900
© Linda Steward
Action Activity Animal Behavior British Culture Cartoon Characters Common Blackbird Crown Dinner Domestic Room English Culture Fantasy Food And Drink Gesturing Humor King Royal Person Line Art Meal Monochrome Nursery Rhyme Problems Queen Royal Person Royalty Sepia Toned Shock Singing Surprise Sweet Pie Table Traditional Clothing Unhygienic Image Created 19th Century Lifestyles Victorian Style
10"x8" Photo Print
Step into the captivating world of the past with our exquisite Victorian engraving, "Sing a Song of Sixpence" by whitemay from the Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This timeless piece transports you back to an era of whimsy and wonder, as you witness the famous nursery rhyme scene unfold before your eyes. The four-and-twenty blackbirds sing joyfully to the King as he opens his pie, a delightful tale brought to life through intricate detail and masterful craftsmanship. Add a touch of nostalgia and enchantment to your home or office space with this beautiful work of art.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This Victorian engraving takes us back to the enchanting world of nursery rhymes. Depicting a scene from "Sing a Song of Sixpence" it captures the moment when four-and-twenty blackbirds burst forth from a pie, surprising both the King and Queen. The monarchs wear expressions of mild astonishment, while a woman beside them appears utterly horrified by this unorthodox spectacle. Illustrated in 1892 for The Child's Own Magazine, this monochrome print showcases the intricate line art and attention to detail characteristic of 19th-century style. The engraved image transports us to an era where royalty dined on sweet pies amidst opulent surroundings. The composition exudes humor and fantasy as it portrays an unhygienic yet whimsical scenario. With gestures frozen mid-song, these blackbirds bring motion and life to an otherwise static setting. This delightful piece offers a glimpse into English culture during times past, evoking nostalgia for traditional clothing, British customs, and old-fashioned lifestyles. Sepia-toned with hints of color highlighting royal regalia, this print emanates emotion and activity within the confines of a domestic room. It invites contemplation on themes such as surprise, shock, and even problems that arise unexpectedly - all through the lens of animal behavior. As we gaze upon this charming artwork by whitemay from Fine Art Storehouse, we are reminded once again that timeless tales continue to captivate our imaginations across generations.
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