Victorian Christmas Yule Log Children Greeting Card 1880s
Text on Card
BRINGING HOME THE YULE-LOG. WHILE CHRISTMAS IS HERE, BE ALL OF GOOD CHEER.
Description
Bare trees and snow-covered ground frame this charming Victorian-era Christmas greeting card depicting a festive scene of children hauling a Yule log through a snowy landscape. The composition showcases seven cheerful youngsters working together to transport the traditional holiday centerpiece, dressed in period-appropriate winter clothing with colorful hats and coats. The chromolithographic printing captures remarkable detail in the children's expressions and the winter setting, creating an authentic seasonal atmosphere. This 'Prize Design' card celebrates the customs and joy of Christmas traditions, emblazoned with the greeting 'While Christmas is here, be all of good cheer.'
Subjects
children, Yule log, winter, Christmas, snow, holiday traditions
Printing Notes
S. Hildesheimer & Co., Prize Design, No. 371, Copyright noted
