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Mistletoe Collection (page 24)

"Mistletoe: A Timeless Symbol of Festivity and Tradition" Step back in time to a Dickensian Party, where the air is filled with merriment and joy

Background imageMistletoe Collection: MISTLETOE - on line of Poplar trees

MISTLETOE - on line of Poplar trees
WAT-5836 MISTLETOE - on line of Poplar trees Civre, Alsace M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Misteltoe - Detailed study of ripe berries and leaves. Lower Saxony, Germany

Misteltoe - Detailed study of ripe berries and leaves. Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-1482 MISTLETOE - detailed study of ripe berries and leaves. Lower Saxony, Germany Viscum album Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageMistletoe Collection: French Druids

French Druids
In a forest near Chartres, France, druids collect mistletoe for ritual purposes

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Religion / Druids / Stukeley

Religion / Druids / Stukeley
Stukeley believed that the British Druids originated as a Phoenician colony, Fam d for magic.. zealous preachers who came to these shores as the descendants of Abraham

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Mistletoe Galop
MISTLETOE GALOP Christmas revellers dancing under the mistletoe while fiddlers play and a small group blow horns on the snowy street outside

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Fatty Arbuckle / Chaplin

Fatty Arbuckle / Chaplin
ROSCOE FATTY ARBUCKLE American film actor under the mistletoe with Charlie Chaplin

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Advert / Scribners Mag

Advert / Scribners Mag
A lady goes out into the woods to gather festive foliage

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Celtic New Year

Celtic New Year
CELTIC NEW YEAR In Celtic cultures in Britain and western Europe, the new year is the occasion for gathering mistletoe, by the Druid priests

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Girl at Stile in Snow

Girl at Stile in Snow
A country girl stands at a stile with a load of holly and a sprig of mistletoe

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Tabby Kitten in Basket
A tabby kitten peeks out from a basket

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Mistletoe Eau De Cologne

Mistletoe Eau De Cologne
Eau de Cologne au gui de France - but is it actually made from mistletoe, or is that simply its brand name ?

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Holly & Mistletoe

Holly & Mistletoe
Ilex Aquifolium (Holly) and Viscum Album (Mistletoe)

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Mistletoe Kiss

Mistletoe Kiss
Putting the mistletoe to good use

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Picwick & Mistletoe

Picwick & Mistletoe
Mr Pickwick was kissed by every one of them - first on the chin, then on the nose, and then on the spectacles - The Pickwick Papers

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Buying Mistletoe

Buying Mistletoe
A mother and her daughter buy mistletoe from a boy in the street

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Under the Mistletoe

Under the Mistletoe
A shyly smiling girl wits neath the mistletoe

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Children & Decorations

Children & Decorations
Children gather decorations - some holly, some mistletoe, and the tiniest tree you ever did see ! Date: circa 1890

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Mistletoe Seller

Mistletoe Seller
The mistletoe seller

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Mistletoe Lecture

Mistletoe Lecture
A gentleman treats a lady to a brief lecture on the significance of mistletoe; she wonders when he will move from theory to practice

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Mistletoe Branch

Mistletoe Branch
SEIZING AN OPPORTUNITY passing under a mistletoe branch while walking in the snow

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Sailor & Mistletoe

Sailor & Mistletoe
Naval Manoeuvres ! a sailor and his girl under the mistletoe

Background imageMistletoe Collection: Aeneas & Golden Bough

Aeneas & Golden Bough
Aeneas finds the Golden Bough




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"Mistletoe: A Timeless Symbol of Festivity and Tradition" Step back in time to a Dickensian Party, where the air is filled with merriment and joy. In December 1896, Eugene Samuel Grasset created an enchanting scene that perfectly captures the essence of this magical plant. Transport yourself to Mr. Fezziwig's Ball, as illustrated by John Leech for Charles Dickens' beloved novel, "A Christmas Carol. " Amidst the dancing and laughter, mistletoe hangs above couples, inviting stolen kisses beneath its boughs. But mistletoe holds significance far beyond mere holiday revelry. Picture ancient Druids carrying bundles of sacred mistletoe during their rituals. These revered plants bear fruits and seeds that symbolize life's abundance and renewal. Imagine being among those Druids collecting mistletoe from mighty oaks in mystical forests. The power they believed it possessed was awe-inspiring – a connection between heaven and earth. Fast forward to more recent times when Badoit Discovered the refreshing taste of sparkling water infused with natural flavors like mistletoe. It became a delightful addition to festive gatherings, bringing joy to all who sipped it. Even our furry friends partake in the holiday cheer. Adorable Beagle puppies wearing Christmas hats slumber peacefully under sprigs while dreaming of treats yet to come. Delve into the botanical wonders surrounding this captivating plant - its delicate leaves contrasting against bold red berries create a visual feast for the eyes. Truly nature's masterpiece. Not only dogs but also Bulldogs find solace under these branches; two playful puppies frolic together as their proud parent looks on lovingly – a heartwarming sight indeed. And let us not forget about Doncella cigar advertisement from 1965 featuring cats enjoying an elegant dinner party amidst twinkling lights and beautifully adorned tables - surely even they appreciate the allure of mistletoe.