Victorian Easter Greetings Card with Children & Giant Egg

Victorian Easter Greetings Card with Children & Giant Egg

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OccasionEaster
EraVictorian
Decade1890s
Stylechromolithograph
Colorsturquoise, cream, gold, red, green
Vibeselegant, whimsical

Text on Card

Easter Greetings

Description

One child in a gold/yellow outfit and hat sits atop an enormous white egg while another child in a white jacket, blue knickers, and white hat pushes or leans against it from the right side in this charming Victorian Easter greeting card. The egg serves as the focal point, inscribed with 'Easter Greetings' in elegant red script and surrounded by a vibrant floral garland of pink roses, white blossoms, and forget-me-nots. A soft turquoise background and verdant grass establish a springtime garden setting. The chromolithographic printing technique captures delicate details in the children's faces and clothing, while the luminous egg creates striking visual contrast.

Subjects

children, Easter egg, floral garland, spring flowers, roses, forget-me-nots

Printing Notes

Embossed details on egg and garland; hand-colored chromolithographic process with metallic gold accents

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