{"product_id":"1877-mother-and-children-reading-bible-print","title":"1877 Mother and Children Reading Bible Print - Victorian Religious Family Devotion Domestic - Archival Print","description":"Feature Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVINTAGE PRINT REPRODUCTION: Historic reproduction of Vintage 1877 Mother and Children Reading Bible Print. Printed on archival-grade paper that maintains vivid color accuracy for over 100 years without fading or discoloration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePREMIUM GALLERY PAPER: Heavyweight fine art paper with non-reflective matte finish eliminates glare while delivering museum-grade appearance and lasting durability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePROFESSIONALLY RESTORED: Each image is digitally restored by our art specialists to correct age-related deterioration while preserving authentic historical details and character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBORDERLESS DESIGN: Artwork prints edge-to-edge for a seamless, gallery-ready appearance. Ships protected in rigid tube packaging to ensure safe delivery and perfect condition upon arrival.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMADE IN USA: Our multi-step restoration process and quality control ensure each print meets professional standards. Every reproduction is individually inspected before shipping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in 1877, this chromolithograph by publisher Joseph Hoover depicts a serene domestic scene of a mother and children gathered reading the Bible. The composition reflects Victorian emphasis on family devotion and religious education, capturing a period when chromolithography made religious imagery accessible to American households.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring the late nineteenth century, publishers like Hoover specialized in creating affordable religious prints for families undergoing rapid industrialization. Chromolithographic technology democratized religious art, previously confined to churches and wealthy homes, as domestic piety movements emphasized mothers as spiritual educators throughout the nation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1877 publication date places this work during America's Reconstruction era, when religious devotion offered stability amid social upheaval. Advanced chromolithography produced vibrant colors at reasonable costs, enabling widespread distribution. Such prints became central to Victorian parlor decoration, serving aesthetic and spiritual purposes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis remarkable piece stands as testament to nineteenth-century American religious culture, when biblical literacy and family devotion were cornerstones of domestic life. The composition offers a window into Victorian values regarding motherhood and spiritual formation, making it an extraordinary addition celebrating American religious history.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Historic Prints","offers":[{"title":"8x10 Inch","offer_id":47446673326269,"sku":"ENPM0365_0810H","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11x14 Inch","offer_id":47446673359037,"sku":"ENPM0365_1114H","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x20 Inch","offer_id":47446673391805,"sku":"ENPM0365_1620H","price":58.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x24 Inch","offer_id":47446673424573,"sku":"ENPM0365_1824H","price":67.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x30 Inch","offer_id":47446673457341,"sku":"ENPM0365_2430H","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/5459\/3725\/files\/08_C3_9710-1Main_c637cf89-8522-4ca5-8ca7-db3b683508d4.jpg?v=1783259535","url":"https:\/\/historicprints.com\/products\/1877-mother-and-children-reading-bible-print","provider":"Historic Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}