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Father CMas - Birch Twig
Father Christmas arrives at the Thalberg familys house bearing gifts for the good children but a birch twig for the naughty children. He receives a mixed reception. Date: Circa 1815
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10"x8" Photo Print
Bring the enchantment of Christmas past into your home with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This charming image, "Father CMas - Birch Twig" from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a traditional Father Christmas delivering gifts to the Thalberg family. But beware, for those on the naughty list, he carries a birch twig as a reminder of their misdeeds. Transport yourself back in time to circa 1815 with this captivating and intriguing piece that adds a touch of history and holiday magic to any room.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Father Mas with a Birch Twig: A Winter's Tale of Christmas Past (Circa 1815) This evocative image captures the enchanting and sometimes fearful traditions of an early 19th-century European Christmas, as depicted in this charming print from Mary Evans Prints Online. The jolly figure of Father Mas, an early incarnation of Father Christmas, approaches the Thalberg family home, laden with gifts for the good children. Yet, in his other hand, he bears a birch twig, a symbol of discipline for the naughty. The scene is set against a backdrop of a snow-covered landscape, with twinkling stars and the warm glow of lanterns illuminating the path leading to the family's doorstep. Father Mas, wearing a mask and a voluminous red robe, exudes a sense of merriment and magic, as he prepares to distribute both rewards and punishments. The children, clustered around their mother, display a range of emotions. Some gaze at Father Mas with wide-eyed wonder, while others cry in fear at the sight of the birch twig. The father, standing behind his wife, watches the scene unfold with a mixture of amusement and concern. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the customs and beliefs of Christmas celebrations during this era. While the tradition of Father Christmas bringing gifts to children is well-known, the use of a birch twig as a corrective measure for naughty behavior is a reminder of the more somber aspects of the season. The image, with its captivating details and rich storytelling, invites us to explore the depth and complexity of Christmas traditions from the past.
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