Poster Print : Old Maid card - Milkman
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Old Maid card - Milkman
Old Maid card - Milkman.
circa 1940s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14311589
© Terry Parker / Mary Evans Picture Library
Bottles Carry Churn Delivering Maid Milkman Peaked Trades Delivery Games
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring a touch of nostalgia to your walls with our Old Maid card print from the Media Storehouse collection. This charming vintage illustration, titled "Milkman," is by Terry Parker and dates back to the 1940s. Originally published by Mary Evans Picture Library, this captivating image of a milkman delivering bottles door-to-door is now available as a high-quality poster print. Ideal for adding character to your home office, kitchen, or living room, this print is a must-have for those who appreciate the beauty of the past. With its vivid colors and intricate details, this Old Maid card print is sure to become a conversation starter and a beloved addition to your decor.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this charming Old Maid card featuring a milkman from the 1940s. The image captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing the traditional trade of milk delivery in a quaint and nostalgic way. The milkman is depicted carrying a large churn on his back, balanced precariously as he makes his rounds. He wears a peaked cap and carries milk bottles in each hand, ready to deliver the fresh dairy products to eager customers. This Old Maid card is a delightful reminder of the simple pleasures and hard work that defined daily life in the 1940s. The Old Maid card game, a popular pastime for families and friends, was a staple of American culture during this time. The game, which involves eliminating pairs of matching cards while leaving one "old maid" card behind, was often played with hand-drawn or printed cards like this one. The milkman card is a cherished piece of Americana, evoking memories of front porches, warm milk, and the sound of the milkman's jingling bell. It's a snapshot of a time when trades like milk delivery were an integral part of community life, and when simple pleasures like a game of Old Maid brought people together. This beautifully preserved card is a must-have for collectors of vintage cards, Old Maid games, and American history.
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