Poster Print : The Round Game of Happy Families, Mr Scraps
Poster Prints From Mary Evans Picture Library
The Round Game of Happy Families, Mr Scraps
Chad Valley, The Round Game of Happy Families, Mr Scraps the Butcher.
circa 1910
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14385941
© Mary Evans Picture Library
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our charming selection from the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This captivating image, "The Round Game of Happy Families, Mr Scraps" by Mary Evans Picture Library, takes you back to the early 1900s with a delightful depiction of a classic parlor game. Mr. Scraps, the butcher, is featured in this delightful illustration from Chad Valley, adding a touch of nostalgia to any room. Printed on high-quality, heavyweight paper, these poster prints are perfect for adding character and charm to your home or office. Bring a piece of history into your space with this beautiful and intriguing piece from our Media Storehouse collection.
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
This photograph, titled "Chad Valley: The Round Game of Happy Families, Mr. Scraps the Butcher" and dating back to approximately 1910, transports us back in time to an era of simplicity and joy. The image features a group of men, gathered around a table, engaged in a lively game of "The Round Game of Happy Families." Mr. Scraps, the butcher, stands proudly in the center, donning a crisp white apron and a red butcher's hat. His weathered hands, calloused from years of handling meat, are busy shuffling the cards, while his twinkling eyes reflect the merriment of the moment. The other men, dressed in their Sunday best, lean in, their faces animated with excitement and concentration. The table is adorned with a checkered cloth, and the air is filled with the tantalizing aroma of roasted meats and joints, hanging from hooks above the butcher's shop. The scene is a testament to the camaraderie and community spirit that once thrived among tradesmen, like butchers, in the early 1900s. The Round Game of Happy Families was a popular parlor game during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, and its simple yet engaging mechanics made it a favorite among families and friends. The game involved collecting sets of cards featuring different families, each with their unique characteristics. The joy and laughter in this photograph are a reminder of the simple pleasures that brought people together in the past, and the enduring appeal of a good game. This photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, inviting us to appreciate the warmth and connection that transcends time.
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