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Greetings Card : READING ALOUD FROM BOOK
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READING ALOUD FROM BOOK
Reading aloud from a book Date: 19th Century
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Media ID 20143711
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Bring a touch of nostalgia to your special moments with our exquisite range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring this charming 19th-century image of someone deeply engrossed in reading aloud from a book. This elegant design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a quiet, cozy moment shared between the pages of a beloved book. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just to brighten someone's day, our cards are sure to add a sense of warmth and connection to any occasion.
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 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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 evocative 19th century photograph captures the quiet intimacy of a reading moment. A woman, dressed in a high-necked blouse and full skirt, sits in a comfortable armchair, her eyes fixed on the pages of an open book before her. The expression on her face is one of deep concentration, as if she is fully immersed in the story unfolding within the bindings. A pair of spectacles rests on the table beside her, suggesting that she may be nearsighted. The scene is further enriched by the presence of other objects that speak to the passage of time and the comforts of home. A small table holds a teacup and saucer, a knitting basket sits at her side, and a cat curls up at her feet, its ears twitching as it listens in. The room is bathed in soft natural light, filtering in through the window and casting a warm glow over the scene. Communications in the 19th century were limited, and the written word held a special allure. Reading aloud was a popular pastime, allowing individuals to share stories and ideas with one another, even as they sat in the quiet solitude of their own homes. The act of reading aloud also allowed for a deeper engagement with the text, as the spoken word brought the words to life in a way that silent reading could not. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the simple pleasures of a quiet moment with a good book, and the enduring power of the written word to transport us to other worlds and expand our imaginations.
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