Canvas Print : Fortune Telling Birds
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Fortune Telling Birds
A fortune-teller in the streets of London uses Indian birds who are, it seems, gifted with occult powers of divination Date: 1890s
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Media ID 14277145
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Divination Fortune Gifted Occult Powers Teller Telling Paranormal
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step into the mystical world of the past with our captivating 'Fortune Telling Birds' Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This enchanting image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the streets of London during the 1890s where a fortune-teller's exotic birds display their occult powers of divination. With their vibrant colors and intricate details, our premium canvas prints bring the magic of history into your home. Let the allure of this unique tableau captivate you and add an element of mystery to your living space.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
1. Title: "Fortune Telling Birds: An Unusual Sight on the Streets of Victorian London" In this intriguing photograph from the 1890s, we witness an extraordinary scene unfolding on the bustling streets of London. A fortune-teller, with a shrouded gaze and enigmatic expression, sits before an audience of onlookers. But what sets this scene apart from the commonplace street performers of the era is the presence of three Indian birds perched on his outstretched arms. These birds, with their piercing eyes and regal bearing, appear to be in a state of deep concentration, as if imparting their occult wisdom to the fortune-teller. The air around them seems charged with an otherworldly energy, as if the boundaries between the natural and supernatural worlds have momentarily blurred. The practice of using birds for divination is an ancient one, dating back to the earliest civilizations. In India, birds have long been believed to possess mystical powers, and their flight patterns and calls were thought to hold the keys to the future. This belief was brought to Europe through the travels of explorers and traders, and by the 19th century, it had found its way to the streets of London. Despite the skepticism and scorn of many, the fortune-teller and his avian companions continued to draw crowds, their enigmatic aura adding to the allure of the exotic and the unknown. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the lines between the natural and supernatural worlds seemed less distinct, and the mysteries of the universe were still ripe for exploration. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to a time when the impossible seemed possible, and the unknown held the promise of adventure and discovery. The birds, with their piercing gazes and enigmatic presence, serve as a reminder that the world is full of wonders yet to be discovered, and that the power to see into the future may be closer than we think.
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