Shells, coral and flowers on a Christmas card
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Shells, coral and flowers on a Christmas card
Shells, coral and flowers on a Christmas and New Year card. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14247186
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Bluebell Bluebells Branches Coral Lilies Lily Shell Shells Year
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Step back in time with this enchanting late Victorian Christmas and New Year card from the 1890s, featuring a beautiful and intricately detailed composition of shells, coral, and flowers. The card's design exudes an air of elegance and sophistication, transporting us to a bygone era of refined holiday traditions. The foreground showcases an array of delicate, intricately patterned shells, their natural beauty enhanced by the soft, muted tones of the card's background. The shells are interspersed with vibrant coral formations, their bold reds, pinks, and greens adding a splash of color against the predominantly green and blue backdrop. The branches of the coral formations are adorned with an assortment of flowers, including bluebells, lilies, and other blossoms. The flowers are rendered in exquisite detail, their petals delicately textured and their colors rich and vibrant. The card's background features a serene underwater scene, with the shimmering blue waters adding to the sense of tranquility and calm. The card's historical significance lies in its late Victorian origins, a time when intricately designed greeting cards were a popular means of expressing holiday cheer and maintaining social connections. The card's intricate detailing and beautiful use of color and texture make it a true treasure for collectors of historical greeting cards and Victorian-era art. This stunning card is a testament to the enduring appeal of natural beauty and the power of art to transport us to another time and place. Whether displayed as a decorative piece or sent as a thoughtful holiday greeting, this card is sure to bring joy and wonder to all who behold it.
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