Photography and memorial ephemera are intrinsically linked and the use of photography within memorial ephemera only grew as the process became more cost effective. As for the printing and the artwork itself, this piece shows the development of the neoclassical symbolism that had by now (early 20th century) become strongly linked to the mourning industry.… Continue reading Photography + Ephemera
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George V Memorial Card
Though of different shapes and sizes through the 19th Century, memorial cards, as the 20th Century evolved, cards became smaller (often more cost effective and easier for postage) as well more formal. The use of symbolism in flowers and various artwork flourishes were becoming more standardised in funeral cards and many of the same designs… Continue reading George V Memorial Card
Queen Victoria Funeral Programme
Continuing on our little discovery of ephemera and funeralia, let’s focus on another wonderful piece from Queen Victoria’s passing… For the funeral itself, this funeral programme is one of the most literal pieces of mourning paraphernalia. It shows the procession of the funeral along with a timeline of her life and achievements. Note the black… Continue reading Queen Victoria Funeral Programme
Queen Victoria Funeral Card
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be looking at a collection of ephemera from Queen Victoria’s funeral, so we’ll begin with this more modest piece and move into the cultural phenomena of surrounding her death.