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Cartoon, Brown entertains his friends wi a haggis
Brown entertains his friends wi a haggis by stabbing it and splattering them all as they sit around the table on Burns Night ! Date: 1859
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Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Experience the joy and tradition of Burns Night with our enchanting jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the classic illustration "Brown entertains his friends wi a haggis" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This delightful puzzle captures the essence of Scottish culture, showcasing a lively scene of friends gathered around the table as Brown prepares to serve a haggis in true Burns Night fashion. Immerse yourself in the rich details of this 1859 print, bringing history and humor to your puzzle-solving adventure.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 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 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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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'Brown Entertains His Friends with a Haggis' (1859) - A Humorous Victorian Cartoon depicting the Traditional Burns Night Custom This delightful and amusing cartoon, created by the renowned English satirical illustrator John Leech in 1859, captures the essence of a lively Burns Night celebration in Scotland during the Victorian era. The scene unfolds around a long table, where a group of friends, dressed in their finest attire, eagerly anticipate the arrival of the traditional Scottish dish, haggis. In the center of the table, Brown, the host, brandishes a large knife, a mischievous grin spreading across his face. With a swift and unexpected movement, he plunges the knife into the haggis, causing it to explode in a splatter of meat and suet. The friends seated around the table react with a mix of surprise, amusement, and delight as the haggis' contents cover them all. This cartoon beautifully encapsulates the spirit of camaraderie and joy that characterizes Burns Night celebrations. The custom, which honors the life and works of the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns, involves the communal enjoyment of haggis and the recitation of Burns' poems. The explosion of haggis in this cartoon can be seen as a symbol of the shared experience and the unexpected twists that often accompany such gatherings. John Leech's masterful use of humor and social commentary in his illustrations made him a prominent figure in the world of Victorian cartoons. This particular work, 'Brown Entertains His Friends with a Haggis,' offers a unique and entertaining glimpse into the customs and traditions of Scotland during the 1850s.
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