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The labours of the XII months set out in new pictures and old proverbs
The labours of the XII months set out in new pictures and old proverbs. Illustration from the English Illustrated Magazine featuring a mummer arriving at a home on a cold December night while a family sit by the fire. The text advises readers to " keep yourself warm and sleep." Date: 1884
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The Twelve Labours of the Months - A Winter's Tale
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Amidst the crisp air and biting cold of a December night in 1884, this image from the English Illustrated Magazine invites us into the warmth and comfort of a quaint, Victorian home. The scene is set as a mummer, clad in colorful attire and mask, approaches the doorstep, signaling the arrival of the midwinter festivities. As the family huddles around the hearth, their faces illuminated by the warm, inviting glow of the fire, the text above reads, "Keep yourself warm and sleep." This simple yet profound proverb serves as a reminder of the importance of rest and self-care during the winter months. The Twelve Labours of the Months, an old English custom, represent the various tasks and challenges associated with each month of the year. In this image, we are transported to the depths of winter, a time for reflection, renewal, and the anticipation of the festive season. The domestic interior, with its worn wooden floorboards, intricately patterned wallpaper, and ornate fireplace, exudes a sense of cosiness and familiarity. The family, bundled up in their winter clothing, seem content and at ease, enjoying the simple pleasures of home and hearth. As we gaze upon this enchanting scene, we are reminded of the cyclical nature of the year and the importance of embracing the unique challenges and joys that each month brings. So, let us follow the advice of this timeless proverb and keep ourselves warm, both physically and emotionally, as we navigate the labours of the twelve months.
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