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Cover design, Father Christmas, Meccano magazine
Cover design, Father Christmas in a Meccano aeroplane dropping Meccano sets to boys Date: 1923
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Claus Dropping Gifts Isles Meccano Planet Presents Price Sets Stars Twopence 1923
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Bring a touch of nostalgic charm to your holiday greetings with Media Storehouse's vintage Meccano Father Christmas cards. This classic design, featuring an image from the TERRY PARKER archive at Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts Father Christmas in a Meccano aeroplane, dropping Meccano sets to excited boys below. Dated 1923, this cover design is a delightful blast from the past and is sure to bring joy to recipients of all ages. Add a personal message and send a piece of history with every greeting.
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 cover design from the 1920s showcases Father Christmas in an extraordinary Meccano aeroplane, ready to spread joy and delight to boys below. The image, published on the front page of a Meccano magazine in 1923, exudes the magic and wonder of the holiday season. Father Christmas, dressed in his traditional red robe and white beard, pilots the intricately designed Meccano aircraft. The plane's wings, made of interconnected Meccano pieces, spread wide as it soars through the dark night sky. Stars twinkle in the background, adding to the ethereal atmosphere. The Meccano aeroplane drops Meccano sets to eager boys below, symbolizing the excitement and anticipation of receiving presents and gifts during the Christmas season. The price tag of "2d" is clearly visible on the sets, indicating the cost in the United Kingdom during the 1920s. This cover design beautifully encapsulates the spirit of innovation, creativity, and joy that Meccano and the holiday season represent. The image is a testament to the enduring appeal of Meccano models and the magic of Christmas, even in the early 20th century.
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