Poster Print : Turkey and its Killer
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Turkey and its Killer
A farmers boy is sent into the farmyard to kill a turkey, but when confronted by the beast, he is so daunted that he drops his axe and considers becoming a vegetarian
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Media ID 4318908
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10021226
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Introducing the captivating 'Turkey and its Killer' poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This thought-provoking image depicts a moment of hesitation from a young farmer as he faces a formidable turkey, his axe dropped in surprise. This intriguing and humorous take on the traditional Thanksgiving tale invites viewers to reflect on the connection between food, farming, and the natural world. Add a touch of whimsy and intrigue to your living space with this striking poster print, perfect for any home or office."
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 historical print from 1890 depicts a scene that is both humorous and thought-provoking. In "Turkey and its Killer," we see a young farmers boy who has been tasked with the grim duty of killing a turkey for Christmas dinner. However, when faced with the formidable bird, he becomes so overwhelmed by its size and presence that he drops his axe and contemplates giving up meat altogether.
The image captures a moment of unexpected empathy between human and animal, as the boy grapples with the moral implications of taking another creature's life for food. His internal struggle is palpable in his expression, as he weighs tradition against compassion.
Set against the backdrop of customs surrounding holiday feasts, this photograph challenges viewers to consider their own relationship with food and animals. It serves as a reminder of the ethical dilemmas inherent in our choices about what we eat, inviting us to reflect on how our actions impact other living beings.
As we gaze upon this intriguing snapshot from history, we are reminded that encounters like these have long shaped our attitudes towards food and animals. The story behind this image lingers in our minds, prompting us to reconsider our place in the world and how we interact with it.
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