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Old English Customs, Nut-Burning on All-Hallow Eve (engraving)
2772482 Old English Customs, Nut-Burning on All-Hallow Eve (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old English Customs, Nut-Burning on All-Hallow Eve. Illustration for the Illustrated Times, 29 November 1856.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22726590
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of Old World charm to your greetings with our Media Storehouse Nut-Burning on All-Hallow Eve greeting card. Featuring an intricately detailed engraving by Joseph Kenny Meadows after Bridgeman Images, this card captures the essence of Old English customs and traditions. The hauntingly beautiful image of nut-burning on All-Hallow Eve is sure to transport your recipient to another time and place. Perfect for Halloween or as a thoughtful gesture to mark the autumn season, this card is a unique and elegant way to express your sentiments. Order now and let the magic of fine art bring your message to life.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This engraving, titled "Old English Customs, Nut-Burning on All-Hallow Eve" takes us back in time to the enchanting traditions of yesteryears. Created by Joseph Kenny Meadows in 1856, this print beautifully captures a long-forgotten Halloween custom that once brought communities together. In this scene, we witness a group of jovial villagers gathered around a bonfire on the eve of All Hallows' Day. The air is thick with anticipation as they partake in the age-old tradition of nut-burning. Each person carefully selects their nut and places it into the crackling flames while making secret wishes for good fortune and protection from evil spirits. The flickering firelight dances upon their faces, revealing expressions filled with both excitement and reverence for this ancient ritual. As sparks rise into the night sky, one can almost feel the mystical energy surrounding them. Meadows masterfully brings to life an era where customs and folklore held great significance in people's lives. This evocative illustration was originally featured in the Illustrated Times newspaper, allowing readers to glimpse into these fascinating old English customs. Today, as we celebrate Halloween with costumes and candy-filled festivities, let us take a moment to appreciate our rich cultural heritage and remember those who came before us. Through prints like these, we are reminded of how traditions shape our identities and connect us across generations.
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