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Pudding for the Navy
PUDDING FOR THE NAVY ! Christmas Pudding escorted in by sailors armed with cutlasses
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Media ID 577414
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Armed Escorted Pudding Sailors Cutlasses
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring the captivating image "Pudding for the Navy" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This classic holiday scene brings a touch of nostional charm to any decor. In this vintage illustration, sailors proudly escort a Christmas pudding, their cutlasses adding a playful touch to the traditional British custom. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this iconic image. Add a splash of holiday spirit to your home with this unique and intriguing canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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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A Festive Tradition at Sea: Pudding for the Navy! (circa 1880) This evocative photograph captures a unique moment in naval history as Christmas puddings are brought aboard a British warship. Dressed in their full uniforms, sailors proudly carry the large, ornate pudding bowls, each adorned with a white cloth, while brandishing cutlasses. The serious expression on their faces and the determined set of their jaws convey the importance of their mission. The tradition of providing Christmas pudding to the British Navy dates back to the 18th century. The pudding, a rich, dense dessert filled with fruits, nuts, and spices, was considered a vital part of the seafarers' Christmas celebrations. To ensure that the pudding reached the ships in time for the holiday, it was often prepared months in advance and stored in large, watertight barrels. The arrival of the puddings on board was a much-anticipated event. The sailors would gather around as the barrels were hoisted up from the hold, their faces lighting up with excitement and anticipation. The puddings were then distributed among the crew, providing a precious taste of home and a morale boost during the long, arduous voyages. This photograph, taken circa 1880, offers a fascinating glimpse into the customs and traditions of the British Navy during the Victorian era. The sailors' armed escort, a common practice to protect valuable supplies from pirates and other threats, adds an extra layer of intrigue to this festive scene. As we marvel at this historical image, we are reminded of the resilience and camaraderie of the seafarers who braved the challenges of life at sea, making traditions like 'Pudding for the Navy' an enduring part of maritime history.
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