Poster Print : The grinning match, a humourous scene at a country fair
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The grinning match, a humourous scene at a country fair
The grinning match, a humourous scene at a country fair. A man stands on a chair beneath a large, spreading tree on which a tri-corn hat hangs from a limb, his grinning face framed by a horse-collar, a woman and a man look on in the foreground, the man applauds, while a crowd of countrymen on the left, in the rear, encourage him with laughter and applause; with building on the right, in the background. Date 1775 Sept. 5
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Media ID 7259953
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the delightfully humorous scene, "The Grinning Match" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This charming image captures the essence of a country fair with a man in high spirits, grinning from ear to ear as he attempts to pluck a tri-corn hat from a tree branch using only his horse collar. Add a touch of whimsy and laughter to any room with this unique and entertaining poster print. Perfect for brightening up a home office or recreation space, this print is sure to bring a smile to your face and your guests'. Order yours today and join the fun at the country fair!
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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.
The Grinning Match
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a humorous and quintessentially British scene captured in a print from the year 1775. The image, dated September 5th, depicts a man standing triumphantly on a chair beneath the shade of a large, spreading tree. A tri-corn hat, a symbol of the era, hangs from one of its limbs above him. The man's face is beaming with a wide, contagious grin, framed by the horse-collar of his shirt. A woman and a man stand in the foreground, observing the scene with amusement. The man in the foreground claps his hands together in approval, his face reflecting the same mirth as the crowd of countrymen gathered to the left, in the rear. They encourage the man on the chair with laughter and applause, their faces filled with joy and merriment. The background of the print reveals a quaint, rural building, adding to the idyllic and pastoral setting of the scene. This humorous and lighthearted print offers a glimpse into the past, capturing the spirit of community and camaraderie that defined country fairs during the late 18th century in Britain. The print, with its charming depiction of rural life and its emphasis on the simple pleasures of community and laughter, remains a delightful reminder of the past and a testament to the enduring appeal of the country fair tradition. This image, with its timeless charm and sense of humor, continues to captivate and delight viewers to this day.
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