Victorian Christmas Card Child with Gifts, Hearty Good Wishes

Victorian Christmas Card Child with Gifts, Hearty Good Wishes

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OccasionChristmas
EraVictorian (1870-1900)
Decade1890s
Stylechromolithograph
ArtistEllen H. Clapsadle
Colorsdeep blue, red, cream, gold, brown
Vibeselegant, whimsical

Text on Card

HEARTY GOOD WISHES. May your Christmas be full of Gadness and Joy.

Description

A delightful Victorian-era Christmas greeting showcases a rosy-cheeked child in a vibrant red coat, joyfully laden with wrapped presents and gift boxes. The youngster clutches a large hat-box adorned with holly sprigs while balancing additional packages across their shoulders against a snowy, starlit blue background. The composition captures the generous spirit of gift-giving with meticulous chromolithographic detail, from the golden ribbon accents to the cream-colored wrapping paper embellished with festive holly designs. The greeting's heartfelt message—"Hearty Good Wishes. May your Christmas be full of Gladness and Joy"—exemplifies Victorian sentimentality and holiday cheer.

Subjects

child, gifts, presents, Christmas, snow, holly, winter

Printing Notes

High-quality chromolithographic printing with embossed details and gilt accents typical of premium Victorian greeting card production.

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