Framed Prints
Framed Print of The Mat de Cocagne, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Mat de Cocagne, 1845. Bastille Day celebrations in Paris....the struggle for prizes is carried on by means of a high pole fixed in the Champs Elysees, and the prizes, which generally consist of a watch and some articles of jewellery, are placed at the top of the pole. The pole is well soaped or greased, particularly near the top, so that it is a very difficult matter to attain the summit. Some of the cunning competitors fill their pockets with sand to neutralise the effects of the grease. Sometimes one man mounts on anothers shoulders, and they thus render each other mutual assistance to gain the summit; but the moment a slip takes place, it is impossible to maintain a hold of the pole, and down comes the competitor amidst the jeers of the multitude. It is only by dint of perseverance...that the greasy substance wears off, and the summit is gained. From Illustrated London News, 1845, Vol VII. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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Media ID 20549740
Anniversary Bastille Day Celebrating Celebration Celebrations Climbing Competition Custom Grease Parisian Pole Silly
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 13.3cm x 24.4cm (5.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
