Poster Print : Children with Poissons
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Children with Poissons
French children fishing for poissons d Avril - their equivalent of an April Fool joke
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Media ID 607646
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10059940
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the charming "Children with Poissons" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This delightful image captures the essence of April Fool's Day traditions in France, where children playfully fish for "poissons d'Avril" – paper fish attached to unsuspecting victims' backs. This beautifully detailed, full-color print is the perfect addition to any home or office, adding a touch of whimsy and joy to your decor. Printed on high-quality paper, this poster is sure to be a conversation starter and a cherished keepsake. Order yours today and bring a bit of French culture and mischief into your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 delightful photograph captures the essence of childhood joy and the playful traditions of French culture. Titled "Children with Poissons (Fish) during the April Fool Joke in France, 1908," this image showcases a group of young boys and girls eagerly participating in the April Fool's Day custom known as "Poissons d'Avril" or "April Fish." Historically, Poissons d'Avril originated in France during the 16th century. On this day, children would attach paper fish to the backs of unsuspecting adults, pretending to have caught them. The prank's name comes from the belief that the first person to be caught with a paper fish on their back would be blessed with good fortune for the rest of the year. In this charming photograph, the children are not only enjoying the fun of the prank but also the simple pleasure of an afternoon spent together by the water. Dressed in their best clothes and armed with their fishing rods, they embody the spirit of camaraderie and mischief that has been a part of this tradition for centuries. The boys and girls in the image appear to be deeply engrossed in their fishing endeavors, their faces filled with determination and excitement. The girls, dressed in long skirts and aprons, are carefully tending to their lines, while the boys, wearing short pants and shirts, are eagerly casting their rods into the water. The serene setting of the scene, with the clear blue sky and the gentle ripples on the water, adds to the idyllic atmosphere. This photograph not only offers a glimpse into the history of a unique April Fool's Day custom but also captures the innocence and joy of childhood. The image serves as a reminder that traditions, no matter how quirky or seemingly trivial, have the power to bring people together and create lasting memories.
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