Poster Print : Dutch Maypole
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Dutch Maypole
Oxen drag the maypole, Netherlands
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Media ID 581913
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Drag May Pole Netherlands Oxen
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Dutch Maypole print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This enchanting image transports us back in time to the Netherlands, where a lively scene unfolds. Oxen straining at ropes pull at the maypole, their determination matched only by the vibrant colors and intricate patterns adorning the pole itself. This print is a stunning addition to any home or office, evoking the rich history and tradition of European folklore. Bring the charm of the past into your present with the Dutch Maypole print from Media Storehouse.
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
Oxen Drag the Maypole, Netherlands (Early 19th Century) Description: This historical image captures the traditional Dutch Maypole ceremony, an age-old custom deeply rooted in the Netherlands' rich cultural heritage. In this early 19th-century photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library, a group of oxen, adorned with colorful garlands and bells, are seen pulling the heavy maypole through the streets of a quaint Dutch village. The villagers, dressed in their finest attire, follow closely behind, cheering and encouraging the animals with jubilant laughter. The Maypole ceremony, also known as 'Sint Maarten' or 'Sint Marteen,' is a centuries-old tradition that celebrates the feast day of Saint Martin of Tours. This annual event, held on November 11th, was an opportunity for communities to come together, socialize, and mark the end of the harvest season. The maypole, a tall wooden pole decorated with ribbons, flowers, and other festive adornments, was central to the festivities. The custom of using oxen to drag the maypole through the village was a symbolic representation of the strength and unity of the community. The animals' powerful pull, combined with the collective effort of the villagers, ensured the maypole's safe and triumphant arrival at its final destination – the town square. Once erected, the maypole would serve as a gathering place for the community, where they would dance, sing, and feast in celebration of the harvest and the coming winter months. This evocative photograph offers a rare glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when traditions, community spirit, and the simple joys of rural life were at the heart of everyday life in the Netherlands.
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