Poster Print : Sketch for Xmas card
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Sketch for Xmas card
Gouache sketch by Florence Hardy, sister of poster artist Dudley Hardy and daughter of marine artist Thomas Bush Hardy Date: circa 1893
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Media ID 14165859
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Peter & Dawn Cope Collection
1893 Bush Dudley Florence Gouache Hardy Sister
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring a touch of vintage charm to your home or office with the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This particular design showcases a beautiful gouache sketch titled "Sketch for Xmas card" by Florence Hardy. Dated back to circa 1893, this precious piece is a sister's work of renowned poster artist Dudley Hardy and a daughter of marine artist Thomas Bush Hardy from Mary Evans Prints Online. Add this timeless artwork to your collection and let its captivating details and rich history brighten up your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.3cm (11.9" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This enchanting gouache sketch, titled "Sketch for Xmas Card," dates back to circa 1893 and was created by the talented hand of Florence Hardy. Florence was the sister of renowned poster artist Dudley Hardy and the daughter of marine artist Thomas Bush Hardy, making her part of a rich artistic lineage. The intricately detailed image showcases a quintessential Victorian Christmas scene, with a cozy fireplace, festively decorated tree, and a young girl in a red dress admiring a toy soldier. The use of gouache, an opaque water-based paint, adds depth and vibrancy to the image, bringing the Christmas magic to life. The history of this beautiful artwork can be traced back to the late 19th century, a time when Christmas cards were becoming increasingly popular as a means of spreading holiday cheer. The intricate details and warm colors of this sketch would have made it a cherished addition to any Christmas card collection during that era. Florence Hardy's artistic talent is evident in this sketch, which showcases her unique ability to capture the essence of the holiday season. The image invites us to step back in time and experience the simple joys of a Victorian Christmas, making it a timeless treasure that continues to enchant and inspire us today.
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