Greetings Card : Back cover design by Cecil Aldin, The Snob
Cards from Mary Evans Picture Library
Back cover design by Cecil Aldin, The Snob
Back cover design by Cecil Aldin, The Snob. Fluffikins is given some medicine by the vet, to bring him back to health again after his ordeal. Date: 1904
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
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Aldin Bottle Cecil Chain Emanuel Episodes Fluffikins Health Misspent Snob Spent Spoon Veterinary Walter Youth
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the charming selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the back cover design by Cecil Aldin, "The Snob." This timeless illustration, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to 1904 and tells a heartwarming tale of care and compassion. In this delightful image, "The Snob" tenderly administers medicine to Fluffikins, the beloved pet, bringing him comfort and relief after an ordeal. The intricate detail and gentle humor of Cecil Aldin's artwork make this card a perfect choice for those seeking to express sympathy, concern, or well-wishes during times of illness or recovery. Add a touch of nostalgia and warmth to your messages with this exquisite greeting card from Media Storehouse. Perfect for expressing your thoughtfulness and care, these cards are sure to delight and bring a smile to the recipient.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This enchanting back cover design by renowned English illustrator Cecil Aldin, titled "The Snob," transports us back to the early 1900s with a heartwarming scene of camaraderie between a man and his beloved dog, Fluffikins. The image, created in 1904, captures a moment of tender care as the man, dressed in fashionable Edwardian attire, administers medicine to his canine companion using a spoon and a bottle. Fluffikins, a well-groomed and pampered pooch, wears a collar and chain, reflecting the era's societal norms and the special bond between man and dog. The Snob was a popular series of illustrations and stories by Walter Emanuel, published in London during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The series followed the misadventures and missteps of the Snob, a character who embodied the excesses and vanities of the upper class. In this particular illustration, the focus shifts from the Snob's follies to the enduring bond between a man and his dog, adding a touch of warmth and sentimentality to the collection. Despite the title of the series, the back cover design by Cecil Aldin reminds us that the true essence of life lies not in the pursuit of status and wealth, but in the simple joys of companionship and care. This image, with its timeless appeal and nostalgic charm, invites us to reflect on the importance of cherishing the moments we spend with our loved ones, be they human or canine.
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