Antique Christmas Postcard 1913 Illuminated Holly Berries "Blessings Bright"
$ 1.88
Description
Antique Christmas Postcard 1913 Illuminated Holly Berries "Blessings Bright". Abundant holly branches with brilliant red berries cascade across the card, adding a festive and traditional touch to the overall composition. This exquisite antique Christmas postcard features a richly detailed design reminiscent of illuminated manuscripts. The front showcases a vibrant, oversized initial "B" adorned with intricate blue and green scrollwork, framing a heartfelt holiday message: "Blessings bright as dew from Heaven fall upon your way, Life's best gifts to you be given, this glad Christmas Day." Abundant holly branches with brilliant red berries cascade across the card, adding a festive and traditional touch to the overall composition. The postcard's design suggests a chromolithograph printing technique, enhanced by subtle embossing that gives texture and depth to the artwork. The divided back, postmarked December 24, 1913, with a one-cent George Washington stamp, places this charming piece firmly in the Golden Age of postcards. This collectible item is perfect for enthusiasts of vintage holiday ephemera, historical Christmas greetings, or those who appreciate the artistry of early 20th-century graphic design.
