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Fine Art Print : A humorous Victorian play-on-word Christmas card of a cloche, c. 1890 (colour litho)
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A humorous Victorian play-on-word Christmas card of a cloche, c. 1890 (colour litho)
3605341 A humorous Victorian play-on-word Christmas card of a cloche, c.1890 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22446826
© David Pearson / Bridgeman Images
Cloche Double Meaning Greeting Card Play On Word Rhyme Word Play Joke Noel Verse
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring a touch of Victorian whimsy to your home with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This charming, humorous Christmas card, featuring a cloche with the playful caption "Cloche the Door to a Merry Christmas," is a delightful piece from the 19th century. Printed in color lithography, this English School artwork, now out of copyright, adds a unique and festive flair to any room. Order your print today and let the holiday spirit in!
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step into the whimsical world of Victorian humor with this delightful Christmas card from the late 19th century. A clever play-on-words takes center stage as a cloche, traditionally a bell-shaped hat, becomes the source of amusement in this colorful lithograph. The artist's wit shines through as they ingeniously combine visual and linguistic elements to create a truly memorable greeting. The double meaning behind the word 'cloche' is brilliantly exploited, adding an extra layer of merriment to this festive scene. As we delve deeper into the image, we are reminded of the joyous spirit that permeated Victorian celebrations. This charming card captures not only their love for puns and wordplay but also their enthusiasm for spreading laughter during Christmastime. With its vibrant colors and intricate details, this print serves as a testament to both artistic skill and comedic genius. It transports us back in time to an era where sending humorous greetings was all part of embracing holiday cheer. So let us revel in this playful ode to Christmas traditions past – a true gem from our private collection that continues to bring smiles even after more than a century has passed.
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