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Morris Musician / Musto
The leader & musician of the Bampton Morris Dancers of Oxfordshire playing a fiddle accompaniment for the dancers for their annual Whit Monday festivities
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Accompaniment Annual Bampton Dancers Festivities Fiddle Monday Morris Musician Musto Oxfordshire Regional Whit
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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 evocative photograph captures the spirit of traditional English Morris dancing during the annual Whit Monday celebrations in the picturesque village of Bampton, Oxfordshire, in the 1940s. At the heart of the scene is Morris Musician and leader, Musto, deeply concentrated as he plays the fiddle, providing the lively accompaniment for the dancers. Dressed in the colorful and intricately embroidered garments that are synonymous with Morris dancing, Musto's strong presence adds to the sense of history and tradition that surrounds this regional dance form. The dancers, their faces a mix of determination and joy, move in perfect unison, their bells jingling and their sticks clattering against one another. The scene is set against a backdrop of quintessentially English countryside, with the sun casting long shadows over the cobbled streets and ancient buildings. Morris dancing has its roots in the medieval and Elizabethan periods, and has long been a cherished part of English folklore and culture. The Bampton Morris Dancers, one of the oldest and most renowned Morris dancing sides in the country, have been performing annually on Whit Monday for over 200 years. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when community spirit and tradition were at the heart of English rural life. Musto's fiddle playing is an essential part of the Morris dancing experience, providing the driving rhythm that propels the dancers forward. With each note, he breathes life into the dance, creating a sense of energy and excitement that resonates through the village and beyond. This photograph is a testament to the enduring power of music and dance to bring people together, and to preserve the rich cultural heritage of England.
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