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Wassail Bowl on New Years Eve
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Wassail Bowl on New Years Eve
A tradition on New Years Eve where people in the village go door-to-door, singing and offering a drink from the bowl full of hot mulled wine, a mix of cider, ale and mead infused with spices and fruit. Shouting out Wassail, after they had drunk from the bowl. This offering was used to ensure a good cider apple harvest the following year. Date: late 18th century
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Step back in time with this stunning print of a Wassail Bowl on New Year's Eve in the late 18th century. This annual tradition, rooted in pagan customs, involved villagers going door-to-door, singing and offering a drink from the bowl filled with hot mulled wine. The mix of cider, ale, and mead infused with spices and fruit was known to bring good luck for the upcoming year.
As they drank from the bowl, the villagers would shout out "Wassail!" as a sign of goodwill and hospitality. This ritual was believed to ensure a bountiful cider apple harvest in the following year. The image captures the essence of English folk customs and traditions during Christmas time.
The scene is alive with energy as people carry the Wassail Bowl through the village streets, spreading cheer and warmth on a cold winter's night. The sense of community and shared celebration is palpable in this snapshot from history.
This print by Mary Evans transports you back to a time when simple rituals held deep meaning for communities across Britain. It serves as a reminder of our rich cultural heritage and the importance of coming together to mark special occasions like New Year's Eve.
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