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Nightingale & Owl
FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE at home as a young woman with her pet owl, Athena
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Media ID 595023
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1820 Athena Florence Nightingale
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the enchanting Nightingale & Owl greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring an exquisite image by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating design showcases a young Florence Nightingale with her beloved pet owl, Athena, in a tender moment at home. Perfect for friends and family, these cards are a thoughtful and unique expression of care and affection. With Mary Evans Prints Online's stunning attention to detail, each card captures the charm and intrigue of this iconic figure from history. Add a touch of nostalgia and elegance to your correspondence with the Nightingale & Owl greeting cards from Media Storehouse.
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.
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This photograph, entitled "Florence Nightingale at Home as a Young Woman with Her Pet Owl, Athena," is a rare and intriguing glimpse into the personal life of the legendary nursing pioneer. Taken around 1820, the image shows a young Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) in her family home in Florence, Italy, where she spent her childhood. The serene expression on her face and the gentle touch she uses to stroke her pet owl, Athena, convey a sense of tenderness and compassion that would later define her remarkable career. Athena, a barn owl, was one of Nightingale's most cherished companions during her formative years. The owl, named after the Greek goddess of wisdom, was a symbol of knowledge and insight, which may have inspired Nightingale's lifelong dedication to improving healthcare and alleviating suffering. The photograph, which dates back to around 1910, is a testament to the enduring bond between Nightingale and Athena. It also offers a fascinating glimpse into Nightingale's early life, providing valuable context to her later accomplishments as a nurse, statistician, and social reformer. Florence Nightingale's groundbreaking work during the Crimean War (1853-1856) revolutionized nursing practices and established the profession as a respected and essential component of healthcare systems around the world. Her innovations, including the establishment of the Nightingale School of Nursing and the development of evidence-based healthcare, continue to shape modern healthcare practices today. This evocative photograph, with its intimate portrayal of a young Nightingale and her beloved pet owl, offers a unique perspective on the life of one of history's most influential figures. It serves as a poignant reminder of the power of compassion, knowledge, and the enduring bond between humans and animals.
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