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Christmas card, angel and shepherds, Glad Tidings
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Christmas card, angel and shepherds, Glad Tidings
An angel points three shepherds towards the star over the stable at Bethlehem: Glad Tidings.
circa 1900s
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Glad Tidings - An Angel Guides Three Shepherds Towards the Star of Bethlehem
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This enchanting Christmas card image, dating back to the early 1900s, captures the essence of the nativity story with its depiction of an angel pointing the way to the newborn Christ child for three curious shepherds. The scene unfolds under a clear, star-studded night sky, with the angel's wings spread wide, as if to embrace the joyous news she brings. The angel's serene expression and the gentle gaze of the shepherds create an atmosphere of wonder and awe, transporting us back to the simple yet profound moment when the angels announced the birth of the long-awaited Messiah. The children in the background, gazing up at the scene, add an element of innocent fascination, as they too marvel at the celestial event unfolding before their eyes. The intricate details of the angel's wings, the delicate folds of her robe, and the textured fabric of the shepherds' clothing all contribute to the richness and depth of this image. The soft, muted colors and the warm glow of the stable lantern further enhance the sense of tranquility and reverence, making this a truly timeless Christmas card design. As we admire this beautiful Edwardian-era print, we are reminded of the simple yet profound message of the angels' announcement: "Glad tidings of great joy which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord." (Luke 2:10-11) This Christmas season, let us cherish the glad tidings of the angels and the hope, love, and joy that they bring to us all.
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