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Photographic Print : Mailing Letters To Santa
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Mailing Letters To Santa
Downey, California: 1947. A group of children line up to mail their letters to Santa at special mail boxes set up through out the town by the Chamber of Commerce. Volunteer women will answer each letter
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Media ID 9737627
© Underwood Archives/UIG
1940s 1947 6 10 Years California Caucasian Appearance Christmas Daytime Downey Holiday Letters Lines Mail Many Children Monochromatic Monochrome Santa Claus Southern California Volunteers Waiting Boys And Girls Chamber Of Commerce Eager Mail Box Mailbox Waiting In Line
10"x8" Photo Print
Bring the magic of Christmas past into your home with Media Storehouse's collection of vintage photographic prints. This charming image, titled "Mailing Letters To Santa" by Underwood Archives from Universal Images Group, captures the joy and excitement of a group of children lining up to mail their letters to Santa at special mail boxes set up in Downey, California, in 1947. Relive the nostalgia of the holiday season with this beautiful, high-quality print, perfect for adding a touch of festive cheer to your walls all year round.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this vintage photograph taken in Downey, California in 1947, a group of eager boys and girls are lined up, patiently waiting to mail their letters to Santa Claus. The Chamber of Commerce had set up special mailboxes throughout the town for this purpose, ensuring that every child's wish would reach the North Pole. The image exudes a sense of historical charm, transporting us back to a simpler time when holiday traditions were cherished with utmost excitement. Volunteer women from the community can be seen standing beside each mailbox, ready to answer every heartfelt letter received. The monochromatic setting adds an air of nostalgia as we witness these young faces filled with anticipation and hope. Against the backdrop of Southern California's sunny outdoors, these children embody the spirit of Christmas as they anxiously await their turn in line. This snapshot captures not only a moment frozen in time but also reflects the unity and community spirit fostered by such initiatives. It serves as a reminder that even amidst bustling holiday preparations, there is always room for selflessness and spreading joy. With its horizontal composition encompassing many children aged between 6-10 years old, this photograph encapsulates both innocence and enthusiasm during one magical Christmas season over seven decades ago.
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