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Ordering Christmas Dainties, Steven Spurrier
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Ordering Christmas Dainties, Steven Spurrier
Ordering Christmas Dainties, illustration by Steven Spurrier, artist (1878-1961). Showing a woman and girl ordering at the counter of a Victorian tea and grocery shop. From a page captioned, When Rationing was not even dreamt of'. Date: 1939
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When Rationing was not even dreamt of
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: A Charming Illustration of Ordering Christmas Dainties by Steven Spurrier, 1939 This enchanting illustration, titled "Ordering Christmas Dainties," captures the essence of holiday shopping in the pre-rationing era, as depicted by the talented hand of British artist Steven Spurrier in 1939. The scene unfolds at a Victorian tea and grocery shop, where a woman in a stylish hat and coat, accompanied by a young girl in a pretty dress, are intently ordering their Christmas treats from the counter. The atmosphere is filled with the warmth and nostalgia of the 1930s, a time when the prospect of wartime rationing was still unimaginable. The shopkeeper, with a friendly smile and a well-stocked counter, offers an array of delicious Christmas delicacies, including mince pies, fruitcakes, and other delectable treats. The woman and girl, engrossed in their selection, are oblivious to the world outside, focusing on the joy of choosing the perfect treats for their upcoming festivities. The illustration is a poignant reminder of simpler times, when the anticipation of the holiday season was not overshadowed by the looming threat of wartime scarcity. The intricate details in Spurrier's artwork, from the textured fabrics and ornate patterns to the meticulously rendered food items, transport us back to a bygone era. This illustration is a cherished testament to the spirit of Christmas shopping in the 20th century, before the era of rationing and wartime austerity.
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