Paintings, Prints & Drawings — 1860
A Copy of Verses for 1860, Humbly Presented to the Worthy Inhabitants of the Parish of St Anne, Westminster
Christmas greetings sheet or 'Beadle's verse' conveying the good wishes of Robert Francis Horne, Beadle and Sub-Inspector of Nuisances for the Parish of St Anne, Westminster. The broadside is printed with verses for the coming year, 1860 illustrated with 13 woodcuts depicting Biblical scenes and three contemporary illustrations.
Such broadsides were delivered to householders within the Beadle's area of responsibility just before christmas, in the hope that a financial 'tip' or token would be given in appreciation of the services provided by the officer throughout the year. The Beadle would also often also recite the verses aloud as he walked through the streets. The sheets were often hung in houses as seasonal decorations.
- Category:
- Paintings, Prints & Drawings
- Object ID:
- A24680
- Object name:
- A Copy of Verses for 1860, Humbly Presented to the Worthy Inhabitants of the Parish of St Anne, Westminster
- Artist/Maker:
- Horne, Robert Francis, Reynell, C.W.
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- Production date:
- 1860
- Material:
paper, ink
- Measurements/duration:
- H 568 mm, W 440 mm (paper)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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