Little girl and boy with hens on a Christmas card
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Little girl and boy with hens on a Christmas card
Little girl and boy with hens and eggs on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s
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© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Bonnet Chicken Collecting Eggs Farmyard Gathering Hens Holly Poultry Straw
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Step back in time with this charming late Victorian Christmas card image from the 1890s, featuring a little girl in a red velvet dress and a boy in a knitted sweater, both happily engaged in collecting eggs from a nest of hens in a rustic farmyard setting. The children are surrounded by a bounty of fresh eggs, their faces filled with excitement and wonder. In the background, a holly wreath adorns the wall, adding a touch of the holiday season to the scene. The little girl wears a white bonnet with a red ribbon, her curly hair peeking out from underneath. She holds a woven basket, carefully balancing her precious cargo. The boy, wearing a knitted sweater and trousers, wears a cap adorned with a rooster motif. He reaches out to help his sister, a warm smile on his face. The hens, with their feathers ruffled from the cold, cluck contentedly as they go about their business. The farmyard is depicted in meticulous detail, with straw bales, a wooden fence, and various farm tools scattered about. The overall effect is one of simplicity, warmth, and nostalgia, transporting us to a time when life was slower and more connected to the land. This beautiful Christmas card image is a testament to the enduring appeal of the farm and country life, and the joy of the holiday season. It is a reminder that no matter how much time passes, the simple pleasures of family, nature, and tradition remain timeless.
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