Vintage Embossed Santa Claus Smoking Pipe Merry Christmas Postcard 1910s

Description

View Vintage Embossed Santa Claus Smoking Pipe Merry Christmas Postcard 1910s with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Step back in time with this charming vintage embossed postcard, a delightful piece of holiday ephemera featuring a relaxed Santa Claus. The card depicts Father Christmas, resplendent in his traditional red suit with a vibrant blue sash, comfortably reclining in a plush blue armchair. He is captured in a whimsical moment, enjoying a pipe and pointing with a friendly gesture, conveying the warmth and spirit of the season. The words "A Merry Christmas" are elegantly embossed in a flowing script, adding a touch of tactile artistry to the design. The festive scene is framed by a lush garland of green holly or fir, adorned with bright red berries and gracefully entwined red ribbons, enhancing the celebratory feel. This postcard is a wonderful example of early 20th-century holiday greetings, showcasing the intricate printing techniques of the era. Its rich colors and detailed embossing make it a captivating collectible, perfect for enthusiasts of vintage Christmas decor, Santa Claus imagery, or historical postcard art, offering a glimpse into holiday traditions of yesteryear. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.

Subject

Santa Claus

Theme

Christmas

Year Manufactured

1910

Country of Origin

United States

Unit of Sale

Single Unit

Type

Printed (Lithograph)

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Postage Condition

Posted

Era

Divided Back (c. 1907-1915)

Features

Embossed

Number of Items in Set

1

Brand/Publisher

International Art Publishing Co.

Signed

No

Time Period Manufactured

1910-1919

Size

Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)

Unit Type

Unit

Continent

North America

Country/Region of Manufacture

United States