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Wassailing Fruit Trees
The traditional wassailing of the fruit trees on Twelfth Day Eve
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Media ID 578966
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10020988
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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.
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Wassailing Fruit Trees: A Traditional 17th Century Scene of Christmas Customs and Rituals, Mary Evans Picture Library The twelfth day of Christmas, also known as Twelfth Night, marks the end of the festive season and the beginning of the new year in many traditional European cultures. One of the most intriguing and enduring customs associated with this time of year is wassailing, a ritual dedicated to ensuring a bountiful harvest of fruit trees in the coming year. This beautiful print from the Mary Evans Picture Library captures the essence of this ancient practice, transporting us back to a 17th-century countryside scene. In the image, a group of merrymakers gathers around a fruit tree, their faces filled with joy and anticipation. They raise their wassail cups, a traditional drink made from ale, sugar, and spices, to toast the health and prosperity of the tree. The wassail master, dressed in a colorful costume, leads the group in a lively song, invoking the spirits of the tree and asking for a fruitful year. The trees are adorned with ribbons, paper, and other decorations, symbolizing the vibrant life and energy that will soon fill their branches with blossoms and fruit. The scene is filled with the warmth of community, the joy of the season, and the promise of a fruitful year. Wassailing was an integral part of rural life in Europe for centuries, and this print offers a glimpse into the rich history and traditions that continue to inspire us today. As we celebrate the holidays and look forward to the new year, let us remember the simple pleasures of community, tradition, and the promise of a fruitful year.
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