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See Saw Margery Daw - Victorian nursery rhyme illustration
Margery Daw sitting on a seesaw holding a bag of coins, which she has acquired through selling her mattress to a man who, for some reason, is wearing several hats. The nursery rhyme calls her a dirty slut and it should be explained that slut did not always have the current meaning of a sexually promiscuous woman - it used to mean a woman who was slovenly, lazy, didn t do housework, or who was untidy in appearance. So Margery Daw has sold her bed, not her body.
" See Saw Margery Daw - Sold her bed and lay upon straw - Wasn t she a dirty slut - To sell her bed and lie in he dirt."
From " Nursery Rhymes - Ridicula Rediviva" illustrated by J.E. Rogers, with chromolith printing by R. Clay Sons & Taylor and published in London in 1876 by Macmillan and Co
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Media ID 19694687
Apple Tree Nursery Rhyme Text Mattress Seesaw
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of Victorian folklore with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'See Saw Margery Daw' by whitemay from Media Storehouse. Witness the iconic moment as Margery Daw, dressed in traditional attire, balances gracefully on a seesaw with a bag of coins in hand. The man in hats, an intriguing character from the nursery rhyme, adds an air of mystery to this captivating scene. Bring this timeless tale to life in your home and transport yourself back in time with the enchanting details and vibrant colors of this fine art print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.1cm (20" x 14.2")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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This print captures a Victorian nursery rhyme illustration of the famous "See Saw Margery Daw". In this whimsical scene, Margery Daw is depicted sitting on a seesaw while clutching a bag of coins. The intriguing twist to this tale lies in the fact that she has acquired these riches by selling her mattress to an eccentric man adorned with multiple hats. It is important to note that the nursery rhyme refers to Margery as a "dirty slut" but it should be understood that during Victorian times, this term did not carry its current sexual connotation. Instead, it described a woman who was untidy or lazy and neglected her household duties. Hence, Margery's act of selling her bed reflects her slovenly nature rather than any immoral behavior. The enchanting illustration comes from the book "Nursery Rhymes - Ridicula Rediviva" illustrated by J. E. Rogers and published in London in 1876. The chromolith printing technique used by R. Clay Sons & Taylor adds vibrant colors and depth to the image, making it truly come alive. With its charming depiction of Margery Daw's misadventures and playful elements such as a dog, house, apple tree, and hints of ignorance sprinkled throughout the composition, this print serves as both an artistic delight and an intriguing glimpse into Victorian-era nursery rhymes.
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