Poster Print : Previewing a Lover
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Previewing a Lover
A Spanish girl breaks a raw egg into a glass of water on St Johns Eve : the shape it makes tells her what kind of lover she will have
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1891 Breaks Folk Lore Kind Lover Makes Shape Superstition Tells
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Previewing a Lover" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing image transports us back in time to a Spanish tradition on St. John's Eve. The anticipation is palpable as a young woman carefully cracks an egg into a glass of water. The shape the egg makes as it settles in the liquid is said to reveal the contours of the lover she will soon encounter. Add this mystical and evocative print to your wall to evoke a sense of enchantment and the allure of the unknown. Embrace the rich history and storytelling that comes to life with every glance.
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.
Previewing a Lover - A Spanish Tradition on St. John's Eve, 1891
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing photograph captures a Spanish woman delicately breaking an raw egg into a glass of water on St. John's Eve, an age-old Spanish superstition believed to reveal the shape of the lover one will have in the coming year. The historical significance of this folk lore practice is rooted in the belief that the shape of the egg yolk or the way it separates in the water can provide insight into the character and nature of the future lover. The woman in the image, her face a picture of concentration, holds the glass with both hands, her gaze fixed on the glass as she carefully cracks the eggshell, allowing the golden yolk to slide into the water. The clear glass allows for a full view of the yolk, which takes on a distinct shape as it settles in the water. The shape, whether round, oval, or irregular, is then analyzed to determine the qualities of the future lover, such as faithfulness, fertility, or even the possibility of a long-term commitment. The use of a raw egg in this ritual is believed to date back to ancient times, with references found in various European cultures. In Spain, this tradition is particularly popular, and is often accompanied by other customs, such as the burning of herbs and the lighting of bonfires, to ensure good fortune and ward off evil spirits. This photograph, taken in 1891, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural history and folk lore practices of Spain, providing a window into the past and the enduring power of tradition. The image, with its simple yet evocative composition, invites the viewer to ponder the mysteries of love and the human desire to seek insight into the unknown.
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