Greetings Card : Humanised potato on a Christmas card
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Humanised potato on a Christmas card
Humanised potato on a Christmas card, with envelope, hat and pink umbrella, by Herman Rothe. Date: circa 1880s
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Media ID 14305878
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Envelope Herman Humanised Potato Potatoes Umbrella Vegetable Vegetables Rothe
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Bring a touch of whimsy to your holiday greetings with our unique Humanised Potato Christmas Card from Media Storehouse. This charming vintage design, dating back to the 1880s, features a cheerful potato character donning a hat and holding a pink umbrella. Adding a delightful twist to traditional holiday cards, this card is sure to bring a smile to your loved ones' faces. Order now and spread the joy of the season with a one-of-a-kind greeting from Media Storehouse.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step into the whimsical world of Victorian-era imagination with this charming and enigmatic Christmas card design featuring a humanised potato. Dated circa the 1880s, this intriguing work of art is the creation of German artist Herman Rothe. The card itself is adorned with a delightful illustration of a jolly potato character, dressed in a red hat and holding a pink umbrella, standing amidst a snowy winter landscape. The potato's friendly smile and rosy cheeks invite warmth and cheer, making it a unique and playful addition to your holiday greetings. The card also includes an envelope, allowing it to be mailed to loved ones far and wide. The use of a pink umbrella adds an unexpected pop of color to the monochromatic scene, further emphasizing the quirky and imaginative nature of this design. This humanised potato card is a fascinating glimpse into the creative and often surreal world of Victorian-era Christmas cards. It serves as a reminder that even the most ordinary objects, like a potato, could be imbued with human characteristics and become the subject of delightful and intriguing art. Herman Rothe's work is known for its whimsical and imaginative qualities, making this card a true treasure for collectors of historical Christmas cards and vintage illustrations. This piece is not only a charming addition to your holiday greetings but also a fascinating glimpse into the history of Christmas card design and the boundless creativity of the Victorian era.
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