Nativity Scene of the Holy Family, Mary, Joseph & Baby Jesus, Christmas Postcard

USD 9.95

Condition: Used

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View Nativity Scene of the Holy Family, Mary, Joseph & Baby Jesus, Christmas Postcard with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The illustration tenderly portrays the Holy Family—Mary holding the infant Jesus, with Joseph watching over them—illuminated by a single ray of light from the Star of Bethlehem. The Virgin Mary, dressed in a green and white robe, is seated on hay and lovingly holds the infant Jesus, kissing his cheek. Overview This beautiful, German-made Christmas postcard features a classic and reverent Nativity scene. The illustration tenderly portrays the Holy Family—Mary holding the infant Jesus, with Joseph watching over them—illuminated by a single ray of light from the Star of Bethlehem. It's a timeless and peaceful depiction of the heart of the Christmas story, sent with warm wishes over a century ago. Front of Postcard The embossed illustration depicts the Holy Family in a Nativity scene. The Virgin Mary, dressed in a green and white robe, is seated on hay and lovingly holds the infant Jesus, kissing his cheek. Behind them stands Joseph, wearing a red and green robe and holding a shepherd's crook. A single, bright star shines a golden ray of light directly down onto the mother and child. The greeting at the top reads: "A MERRY CHRISTMAS" Reverse Side Handwritten Correspondence: The message is written in very faint pencil and is difficult to read: Dear George Wishing you a merry Christmas From Mr & Mrs Cortney(?) Mr G Bauchett(?) 132 C 73rd St N.Y. City Postal History & Printed Details: Postmark : The postmark is very faint and mostly illegible. Stamp : A 1-cent green Benjamin Franklin stamp is affixed. While I'm no stamp expert, it appears to be from the 1902-03 series, Scott #300. Layout : This is an undivided back postcard with "Post card" printed in multiple languages across the top. Publisher Information : The publisher's logo, an 'S' in a diamond, is in the lower left corner. The card was "MADE IN GERMANY" and is from series "1048". Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.