Vintage Christmas Child Carrying Gifts Snow Greeting Card

Vintage Christmas Child Carrying Gifts Snow Greeting Card

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OccasionChristmas
EraEdwardian
Decade1900s
Stylechromolithograph
PublisherH
ArtistEllen Clapsaddle
Colorsteal blue, bright red, cream white, golden yellow, brown
Vibeselegant, whimsical

Text on Card

A Joyous CHRISTMAS. A wish of kindly meaning and Greeting from a Friend.

Description

A towering stack of wrapped presents, festooned with yellow and gold ribbon bows and holly motifs, dominates this charming Edwardian Christmas greeting card, cradled in the arms of a rosy-cheeked child dressed in vibrant red clothing and a red hat adorned with holly sprigs. The figure's cheerful expression and dynamic pose capture the spirit of holiday generosity and childhood wonder as snow falls gently around them. Set against a rich teal-blue snowy backdrop with delicate white snowflakes, the composition celebrates the joy of gift-giving with carefully rendered period details including lace-trimmed boots and festive packaging. The inscription 'A wish of kindly meaning and Greeting from a Friend' conveys warmth and personal connection typical of early 20th-century holiday correspondence.

Subjects

child, Christmas presents, snow, gifts, holiday wishes, ribbons and bows, holly, hat with holly decoration

Printing Notes

Fine chromolithographic printing with embossed details on the packages and figure's clothing. Publisher mark visible in lower left corner with artist signature.

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