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Boy and girl on a rooftop on a Christmas card
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Boy and girl on a rooftop on a Christmas card
Boy (with wings) and sleeping girl on a rooftop on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s
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Step into a magical world of wonder and enchantment with this late Victorian Christmas card image from the 1890s. The scene unfolds on a snowy rooftop, where a young boy, his wings spread wide, gazes down at a sleeping girl swathed in a pink cloak and hood. The frosty weather blankets the town below, its spires and chimneys reaching up towards the moonlit sky. The boy's ethereal wings, reminiscent of an angel, add an otherworldly touch to the scene, while the sleeping girl's peaceful expression suggests the blissful dreams that only the holiday season can inspire. The red and pink hues of their clothing contrast beautifully against the monochrome backdrop of the snowy town, creating a visual feast for the eyes. The history of this enchanting image can be traced back to the late 1800s, a time when Christmas cards were a relatively new phenomenon. This card would have been sent to loved ones as a token of holiday cheer, a tradition that continues to this day. The intricate details of the rooftop tiles and the leaning chimney add to the authenticity of the scene, transporting us back in time to a simpler, more romantic era. As we gaze upon this magical tableau, we can't help but be swept up in the spirit of the season, where dreams come true and the impossible becomes possible.
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