Decking the halls: Christmas decorations, 1871
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Decking the halls: Christmas decorations, 1871
Women decorate the interior of a house at Christmas with festive greenery. A stags head is being festooned with garlands, whilst a ball of mistletoe hangs from the light. Date: 1871
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1871 Ball Custom Decking Decorate Decorations Festive Festooned Garlands Halls Ladder Mistletoe Stag Stags Stuffed Swags
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A Captivating Glance into the Past: Decking the Halls - Christmas Decorations, 1871 Step back in time with this evocative image of women adorning the interior of a Victorian-era home with festive greenery, as depicted in this 1871 photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online. The scene captures the essence of the holiday season, as women delicately weave swags of holly, ivy, and other evergreens around the room, adding a touch of natural beauty to the space. At the heart of the image, a woman stands on a ladder, her determined expression focused on the task at hand as she festoons a large stag's head with garlands. The antlered head, a common decorative element in Victorian Christmas celebrations, is a striking contrast to the delicate greenery that surrounds it. A ball of mistletoe, another essential holiday symbol, hangs from the ceiling above, waiting to be affixed to a suitable spot for kissing. The border of the photograph, adorned with intricate floral patterns and elegant script, adds to the overall charm of the image, transporting us back to a time when Christmas decorations were a labor of love and a reflection of the rich history and customs of the season. This photograph offers a captivating glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and tradition of Christmas decorations as they were celebrated over a century ago. The women in this image, with their dedication and care, remind us of the importance of preserving the history and customs that make the holiday season so special.
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