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Christmas verse 1846
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Christmas verse 1846
Page of Victorian men and women getting into the Christmas spirit! Indulging themselves in food, drink and song, and in the centre Old Father Christmas type with holly wreath upon his head, drinking. Date: 1846
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Step back in time to the heart of the Victorian era and join this merry group of men and women as they celebrate the festive season in 1846. The room is filled with the warm glow of holiday cheer as they indulge in traditional Christmas customs. In the center, Old Father Christmas, a jolly figure with a holly wreath upon his head, raises a glass in a toast to the season. The table is laden with a succulent roasted turkey, hams, and other savory dishes, while the men and women share bowls of wassail, a traditional hot spiced ale or cider, to ensure good health and prosperity in the coming year. The room is adorned with holly and ivy, evergreen symbols of the pagan belief that the greenery would keep evil spirits at bay during the darkest days of winter. The merriment is further enhanced by the lively strains of music, as the group sings Christmas verses and recites traditional carols. The spirit of community and togetherness is palpable, as these Victorians revel in the joy and warmth of the holiday season. This charming print, captured in 1846, offers a glimpse into the early Victorian Christmas, a time when families and friends came together to celebrate the season with food, drink, and song. The image is a testament to the enduring traditions that continue to define the holiday season to this day.
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