Greetings Card : Happy Families - rules and directions
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Happy Families - rules and directions
Happy Families - rules and directions.
circa 1940s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14339355
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Directions Families Instructions Rules Games
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Bring a touch of nostalgia to your mailbox with our Happy Families greeting cards from Media Storehouse! Featuring an adorable illustration of a 1940s family playing a game of Happy Families, these cards are the perfect way to celebrate family bonding and togetherness. Printed on high-quality paper and inspired by the Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, these cards are sure to bring a smile to the face of the recipient. Whether for birthdays, anniversaries, or just because, our Happy Families cards are a delightful reminder of the joy and simplicity of family life.
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
1. Title: "Gathering Around the Table: A 1940s Family Playing Happy Families". This charming photograph captures the essence of a 1940s family moment as they gather around the table, fully engaged in a game of Happy Families. The classic card game, which has been entertaining generations since its inception in the late 1800s, is known for its simplicity and ability to bring people together. In this image, we see a father, mother, and their children, all focused on their cards, their faces reflecting a mix of concentration, excitement, and joy. The rules of Happy Families are straightforward. Each player starts with an equal number of cards, which they use to build sets of families, consisting of a father, mother, and two children of the same type. Players take turns asking opponents for specific cards, with the option to demand a card that has already been asked for, but at the risk of having to give a card in return. The first player to complete a set can then lay down the family and claim the points. The game's simplicity and affordability made it a popular choice for families during the 1940s, when entertainment options were more limited. The photograph serves as a reminder of the enduring appeal of family bonding through simple, engaging activities, and the joy that can be found in the shared experience of a game night. This photograph, a treasure from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to appreciate the timeless pleasure of a family gathering and the simple joy of a game of Happy Families.
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