Ellen H. Clapsaddle Christmas Postcard Santa Claus & Child 1908 International

Description

View Ellen H. Clapsaddle Christmas Postcard Santa Claus & Child 1908 International with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. A sweet child, peeking over a snowy fence, gazes at Santa with wonder, all set against a backdrop of gently falling snow. Step back in time with this charming antique Christmas postcard, a delightful creation by the renowned artist Ellen H. Clapsaddle. The front features a heartwarming scene of Santa Claus, laden with a sack full of classic toys like a rocking horse, drum, and teddy bear, as he delivers holiday cheer. A sweet child, peeking over a snowy fence, gazes at Santa with wonder, all set against a backdrop of gently falling snow. The vibrant chromolithography captures the festive spirit with rich colors and intricate detail, characteristic of early 20th-century holiday illustrations. This collectible piece, published by International Art Publishing Co. and printed in Germany, showcases the artistic elegance of the era. The divided back format suggests its origin from the golden age of postcards, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of vintage Christmas ephemera, Clapsaddle artwork, or early 20th-century Americana. It evokes a nostalgic sense of holiday magic and the joy of gift-giving, perfect for display or as a unique historical artifact. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.

Subject

Christmas, Santa Claus, Children, Toys, Winter

Theme

Holiday, Seasonal, Art, Nostalgia

Year Manufactured

1908

Unit of Sale

Single Piece

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Postage Condition

Posted

Era

Divided Back (1907-1915)

Artist

Ellen H. Clapsaddle

Material

Cardstock

Character

Santa Claus, Child

Brand/Publisher

International Art Publishing Co.

Signed

No

Time Period Manufactured

1900-1909

Size

Standard (3.5 x 5.5 in)

Unit Type

Unit

Continent

North America

Country of Origin

Germany