Antique Christmas & New Year Postcard Lantern Holly Poinsettia Poem Posted

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View Antique Christmas & New Year Postcard Lantern Holly Poinsettia Poem Posted with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The rich green background provides a striking contrast to the warm tones of the lantern and the festive red and green foliage. Thanks you for visiting my store! All postcards will be sent using eBay standard envelope, which can have inconsistent scans, if it scans at all (sometimes will say delivered but hasn't actually been delivered). Sometimes the scanner will leave lines that aren't actually on the card and I would be more than happy to send you an actual photo just let me know! Again message me through this app if you have any questions! Thanks! Discover a charming piece of holiday history with this antique postcard, a beautiful depiction of seasonal cheer. The front features a warmly lit lantern, intricately designed and surrounded by festive holly sprigs adorned with bright red berries and vibrant poinsettias. The classic greeting, "A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR," is elegantly scripted, accompanied by a nostalgic poem: "Here's just the dear old fashioned greeting That bears indefinite repeating." The artistry on display captures the spirit of early 20th-century holiday celebrations, making it a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of vintage ephemera and seasonal decor. This postcard embodies the traditional charm of holiday greetings from a bygone era. The rich green background provides a striking contrast to the warm tones of the lantern and the festive red and green foliage. The back of the card features a handwritten message, a personal touch from "Sandy" to "Lizzie & Floyd," wishing them a "merry Christmas & Have a happy new year." This personal inscription adds a unique layer of historical context, offering a glimpse into past holiday traditions and personal connections. It's a delightful item for collectors of holiday postcards, antique ephemera, or those seeking a touch of vintage nostalgia. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Topographical Postcards.

Subject

Lantern

Country

United States

Theme

Holiday

Type

Printed (Lithograph)

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Postage Condition

Posted

Era

Undivided Back (1901-1907)

Features

Divided Back

Occasion

Christmas

Signed

No

Size

Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)

Country of Origin

United States