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"The Queen of Sheba, "an Amusing Christmas Game (engraving)
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"The Queen of Sheba, "an Amusing Christmas Game (engraving)
1592222 " The Queen of Sheba, " an Amusing Christmas Game (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Queen of Sheba, " an Amusing Christmas Game. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 December 1891.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23074064
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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The Queen of Sheba, an Amusing Christmas Game
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is a captivating engraving from the 19th century that transports us back to a bygone era. This delightful artwork, created by an English School artist, captures the essence of Christmas festivities and parlour games enjoyed during that time. The image depicts a group of elegantly dressed individuals gathered around a table, engrossed in this amusing game. The players are fully immersed in the excitement as they navigate through the intricacies of "The Queen of Sheba". Laughter fills the room as they take turns rolling dice and moving their pieces along the beautifully illustrated board. This enchanting scene not only showcases the joyous spirit of Christmas but also highlights how games brought people together for shared moments of merriment and friendly competition. It serves as a reminder that even in simpler times, entertainment was cherished and valued. As we admire this print today, it evokes nostalgia for traditional holiday celebrations while offering us a glimpse into history. The attention to detail in both the engraving itself and its historical context makes it an invaluable addition to any art collection or study on Victorian pastimes. "The Queen of Sheba, an Amusing Christmas Game" invites us to step into another world where laughter echoed through parlours during festive seasons long ago. It reminds us that amidst all our modern-day distractions, there is still value in gathering with loved ones to enjoy simple pleasures such as playing games together.
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