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Greetings Card : Father Christmas, 1844. Creator: Smyth
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Father Christmas, 1844. Creator: Smyth
Father Christmas, 1844. Illustration to Jolly Old Christmas, a song written and composed by J. Augustine Wade. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I
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Media ID 20369733
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our enchanting Father Christmas greetings cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating illustration by Smyth by Smyth from Heritage Images, this design transports you to the heart of the Christmas season in 1844. Originally published in the Illustrated London News, this timeless image of Father Christmas brings a touch of history and tradition to your holiday celebrations. Share the magic of this classic design with loved ones and spread the joy of the holiday season.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This photo print, titled "Father Christmas, 1844" takes us back to the enchanting world of Victorian celebrations. Created by Smyth for the Illustrated London News in 1844, this illustration beautifully captures the essence of a joyous Christmas gathering. In this scene, we see Father Christmas himself surrounded by merry revelers. The room is adorned with festive decorations while bottles of wine and glasses are scattered across the table. It is evident that merriment and cheer fill the air as people come together to celebrate this special occasion. The engraving showcases a blend of religious symbolism and secular festivities. Father Christmas represents both Santa Claus and Christianity's St. Nicholas, embodying the spirit of giving during Christmastime. Plum pudding, a traditional British dessert often enjoyed during holiday feasts, sits prominently on display. Jolly Old Christmas, a song composed by J. Augustine Wade specifically for this occasion, adds an extra layer of festivity to the atmosphere depicted in this artwork. As we gaze upon this image from over a century ago, it serves as a reminder that despite changing times and evolving traditions, celebrating love and joy with loved ones remains at the heart of every holiday season.
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