Photographic Print : Tea on the Table
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Tea on the Table
A visitor receives a genuine welcome, with tea ready on the table, and the fire stoked to a frenzy by the housemaid
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Media ID 622907
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1839 Aunt Frenzy House Maid Ready Receives Visitor
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the enchanting "Tea on the Table" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time to a quintessential English home. Witness the genuine warmth of a welcoming scene, as a housemaid tends to the roaring fire, readying a steaming pot of tea for your arrival. The table is set with delightful teacups and saucers, the aroma of freshly brewed tea wafting through the air. Add a touch of timeless charm to your home décor with this exquisite, authentic photographic print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.3cm (11" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative 19th century image, titled "Tea on the Table: A Visitor Receives a Genuine Welcome," captures a warm and inviting scene of hospitality in Victorian Britain. The photograph, taken in the year 1839, portrays a housemaid in the midst of preparing a cup of tea for a respected visitor. The fire in the hearth has been stoked to a frenzy, casting a cozy glow over the room and providing a sense of comfort and warmth. The visitor, likely a middle-class guest, is depicted with an air of anticipation and appreciation, as they await the arrival of their hostess, who is presumably an aunt or other close relative. The scene is a common one in the social history of the time, as tea became an essential part of British culture and a symbol of hospitality and refinement. The housemaid, dressed in her uniform, is shown in the act of pouring hot water into a teapot, while a teacup and saucer rest on the table, ready for use. The attention to detail in the photograph, from the intricately patterned tablecloth to the delicate china, speaks to the importance placed on the ritual of tea-making and the art of entertaining guests in Victorian society. This image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the social customs and domestic life of the 19th century. It serves as a reminder of the simple pleasures and warm welcomes that have long been a part of British tradition, and continues to inspire a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for the past.
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