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Drowning the shamrock on St. Patrick?s Night
Drowning the shamrock on St. Patricks Night. Date: 1853
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1850s 1853 Celebrating Celebration Drowning Patricks Shamrock
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Add a touch of Irish tradition to your home or office with our stunning framed print, "Drowning the Shamrock on St. Patrick's Night" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online in 1853, depicts a lively and colorful celebration of the famous St. Patrick's Day custom. The intricate details and rich colors of the print are beautifully preserved in our high-quality framing, making it a unique and eye-catching addition to any decor. Bring the spirit of Ireland into your space and create a conversation piece with this exquisite framed print.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
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.
Drowning the Shamrock on St. Patrick's Night
EDITORS COMMENTS
(1853) is an intriguing and evocative image from the 1850s, capturing the essence of an age-old Irish tradition. The photograph, taken by an unknown artist and available through Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to the heart of a St. Patrick's Day celebration. The image depicts a group of men, dressed in their Sunday best, gathered around a table laden with food, drink, and a large bowl filled with shamrocks. The atmosphere is jovial, with laughter and camaraderie evident in their expressions. But there is a sense of anticipation, as one man prepares to perform the ritual of "drowning the shamrock." According to folklore, this tradition originated from the belief that the last shamrock to float signified the arrival of spring and good luck for the coming year. However, the sinking of the shamrock was also seen as a way to ensure that the mischievous fairies, who were said to reside in the leaves, would not return to cause trouble. With a serious expression, the man raises a glass of ale or whiskey, and with a swift motion, pours it over the shamrocks. The image freezes the moment as the green leaves begin to sink, signaling the end of the St. Patrick's Day celebration and the arrival of spring. This traditional practice, steeped in history and folklore, continues to be celebrated in Ireland and by the Irish diaspora around the world, making it an enduring symbol of Irish culture and heritage.
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