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The Colchester Oyster Feast (engraving)
1592045 The Colchester Oyster Feast (engraving) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Colchester Oyster Feast. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 October 1891.
W D Almond); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23396788
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Conducting Dinner Essex Guests Lord Brooke Opening Oysters Speaking
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
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.
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The Colchester Oyster Feast - A Timeless Tradition of Celebration and Community
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures the essence of a cherished annual event - The Colchester Oyster Feast. Dating back to 1592, this engraving by William Douglas Almond transports us to the grandeur and excitement surrounding this historic occasion. As we gaze upon the image, we are immersed in a scene filled with conducting and opening ceremonies, distinguished guests, and an exquisite dinner spread. The town serjeant stands tall, overseeing the ceremonial proceedings while Mr. L. J. Watts, Mayor of Colchester at that time, addresses the gathering with eloquence. The atmosphere is brimming with anticipation as politicians mingle with locals from Essex county. Lord Brooke himself graces the feast with his presence, adding prestige to an already illustrious affair. It is evident that this celebration holds great significance for both residents and visitors alike. Oysters take center stage on every dining table; their succulent taste symbolizing abundance and prosperity for all who partake in this lavish feast. Laughter fills the air as conversations flow freely amidst clinking glasses and joyous camaraderie. This enchanting engraving serves as a testament to tradition's enduring power in fostering unity within communities throughout history. It reminds us of our shared heritage and invites us to appreciate moments when people come together to celebrate life's bounties. Let this remarkable artwork transport you back in time - where timeless customs intertwine with modern-day festivities - reminding us that some
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