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Thaumatropes - Cut-Out 1881
A fold-out page from The Boy's Own Paper of a thaumatropes. A disc shape optical toy that was popular in the 19th century. Date: 1881
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Media ID 32219014
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1881 Disc Disk Fold Jester Makeshift Merry Moving Outs Spin Toys Turn Turning Twirl
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, "Thaumatropes - Cut-Out 1881," transports you to the Victorian era with a fold-out page from The Boy's Own Paper. Witness the charm of this 19th-century optical toy, the Thaumatrope, as it comes to life in stunning detail. Add a touch of history and whimsy to your space with this beautifully preserved piece of the past.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 29.1cm (21" x 11.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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Step back in time to the 19th century with this fascinating print of Thaumatropes from 1881. The Boy's Own Paper featured these cut-out optical toys, which were a popular form of entertainment for children during this era.
Thaumatropes were simple yet ingenious devices consisting of a disc with different images on each side. When twirled quickly between the fingers, the two images would appear to blend together into one cohesive picture. In this particular image, we see a jester turning and spinning on the disc, creating a whimsical and merry scene.
These makeshift toys provided endless amusement for young boys in the late 1800s, offering a fun and interactive way to pass the time. The fold-out page from The Boy's Own Paper showcases the creativity and ingenuity of these early forms of entertainment.
As you gaze upon this piece from Mary Evans Prints Online, you can almost imagine the joy and wonder that these thaumatropes brought to children over a century ago. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when even something as basic as a spinning disc could spark imagination and delight in young hearts.
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