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Christmas card, Robin Hood and Friar Tuck
Christmas card by Robert Dudley, A Blazing Yule for Robin Hood and Friar Tuck (a robin and Father Christmas with a turkey). (4 of 5) Date: circa 1890s
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A Blazing Yule for Robin Hood and Fulke, or Friar Tuck: A Victorian Christmas Card Depiction of Robin Hood and His Merry Companion This charming Victorian Christmas card, titled "A Blazing Yule for Robin Hood and Friar Tuck," dates back to the late 1890s and was created by Robert Dudley. The card features an illustration of Robin Hood and Friar Tuck, two iconic figures from English folklore, gathered around a roaring fireplace. Robin Hood, dressed in his traditional green tunic and feathered cap, holds a longbow and quiver, while Friar Tuck, wearing his brown robe and cowl, sits beside him, a turkey in hand. The scene is filled with the warmth and coziness of the holiday season. The fireplace crackles with logs, casting a warm glow over the room, and a Christmas goose hangs from the mantelpiece, ready to be roasted. The card's title, "A Blazing Yule," is a reference to the old Norse tradition of burning a Yule log during the winter solstice to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune. The humanized representation of Robin Hood and Friar Tuck, along with the anthropomorphic turkey, is a common theme in Victorian Christmas cards. This trend, known as anthropomorphism, added a whimsical and playful touch to the holiday celebrations of the time. The card's intricate details, such as the textured fireplace and the realistic feathers on the robins perched on the mantelpiece, showcase the high-quality craftsmanship of the era. This card is part of a set of five Christmas cards created by Robert Dudley for Castell Brothers, a well-known English greeting card publisher. The set also includes cards featuring St. Nicholas, a snowman, a robin, and a Christmas tree. This card, with its festive scene and beloved characters, is a delightful reminder of the joy and traditions of the Victorian Christmas season.
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