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Man trussed up on a Christmas and New Year card
Man trussed up in front of a fire by a joint of meat, two turkeys and a pudding on a Christmas and New Year card -- One Good Turn Deserves Another. Date: circa 1890s
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Anthropomorphism Fireplace Humanised Joint Meat Poultry Pudding Reversal Role Turkeys Trussed Year
Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Add a touch of whimsy to your holiday celebrations with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzles featuring the charming image of 'One Good Turn Deserves Another' from the 1890s. This delightful Christmas and New Year card depicts a man playfully trussed up in front of a roaring fireplace, surrounded by a plentiful spread of a joint of meat, two turkeys, and a pudding. Our high-quality puzzles offer hours of enjoyable assembly for the whole family, making it a perfect addition to your holiday traditions. Bring the spirit of the past into your present with Media Storehouse's captivating jigsaw puzzle collection.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" 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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One Good Turn Deserves Another
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: A Delightful Victorian Christmas and New Year Tableau (circa 1890s) This image from the Victorian era, circa 1890s, depicts a jovial man, dressed in a festive holiday sweater and apron, standing in front of a roaring fireplace. The man is playfully trussed up with strings, as if in preparation for a roast, while a joint of meat, two plump turkeys, and a succulent pudding sit tantalizingly close by. The scene is titled "One Good Turn Deserves Another," a phrase that alludes to the spirit of reciprocity and merriment that characterized the holiday season during this era. The humanized anthropomorphism of the turkeys and pudding adds to the whimsical charm of the scene. The turkeys, with their expressive eyes and rosy combs, seem to be in on the joke, while the pudding, with its steaming surface and cherries on top, appears to be almost alive. The man's role reversal, as both the cook and the roast, adds to the sense of playfulness and role-reversal that was common during the holiday season. The domestic setting of the fireplace, with its ornate mantelpiece and decorative stockings, further emphasizes the warmth and coziness of the holiday season. The scene invites us to imagine the joy and laughter that would have filled the room as families and friends gathered around the fire to celebrate the Christmas and New Year. This delightful tableau, with its charming depiction of holiday traditions and role reversals, is a testament to the enduring spirit of the season and the human connection that it fosters. It is a reminder that, no matter the era, the holidays are a time for joy, laughter, and the simple pleasures of good food and good company.
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