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The nursery rhyme, What are little boys made of?
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The nursery rhyme, What are little boys made of?
What are little boys made of? Snips and snails, and puppy-dogs tails; what are little girls made of? Sugar and spice, and all thats nice. Date: c. 1930
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This charming vintage print captures the whimsy and innocence of nursery rhymes, specifically the beloved rhyme "What are Little Boys Made Of?" The image, dating back to the 1930s, features two children, a little boy and a little girl, sitting on a lush green grassy knoll. The boy, with his mischievous grin, holds up a pair of scissors and a snail, symbolizing the "snips and snails" mentioned in the rhyme. The girl, with a sweet smile, presents a bowl of sugar and a spice box, representing the "sugar and spice" from the rhyme. The contrasting colors of their outfits, the boy in blue and the girl in pink, add to the playful and nostalgic feel of the scene. The historical context of the 1930s is subtly captured through the children's clothing and the simple yet elegant illustration style. This print is a delightful reminder of the enduring appeal of nursery rhymes and the innocence of childhood.
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