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Christmas card, British Embassy, Washington, USA
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Christmas card, British Embassy, Washington, USA
Christmas and New Year card (interior) from the British Embassy, Washington, USA, with red ribbon and a handwritten message. Date: 20th century
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Columns Embassy Handwriting Handwritten Message Neoclassical Pediment Ribbon Washington Year
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1. Title: A Traditional British Embassy Christmas: A Peek Inside the Washington, USA, Embassy's 20th Century Christmas Card Description: Step into the elegant and timeless world of the British Embassy in Washington, D.C., USA, during the festive season, as depicted in this Christmas card from the 20th century. The card's interior showcases the embassy's neoclassical architecture, adorned with red ribbons and a heartfelt handwritten message in blue ink. The embassy building, a stunning example of classical design, is characterized by its grand columns, pediments, and meticulously manicured garden. The neoclassical style, popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, is evident in the embassy's architectural details, which include the intricate columned facade and the ornate pediment at the top. The card's interior is decorated for the holiday season with red ribbons, adding a touch of warmth and cheer to the formal setting. The red ribbons, a traditional symbol of the holiday season, are artfully draped over the embassy's furniture and adorn the fireplace mantel. The handwritten message on the card, penned in elegant blue ink, adds a personal touch to this historical artifact. The message, although not visible in the image, serves as a reminder of the diplomatic relationships and connections that have been forged between the United States and the United Kingdom over the years. The British Embassy in Washington, D.C., has been a symbol of the enduring friendship between the two nations since its establishment in 1797. This Christmas card, with its beautiful imagery and heartfelt message, offers a glimpse into the embassy's rich history and the shared holiday traditions of the British and American peoples.
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