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Christmas card in the shape of an open book
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Christmas card in the shape of an open book
Christmas card in the shape of an open book with text and illustration in medieval style. Date: circa 1890s
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Clasp Font Greeting Illuminated Jesus Manuscript Nativity Pages Shape Verse Verses
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Step back in time with this enchanting Victorian-era Christmas card, featuring a beautifully intricate open book design. Dated circa 1890s, this red, blue, and gold masterpiece invites you to open its pages and reveal the wonders within. The gothic style, reminiscent of illuminated manuscripts from the Middle Ages, is brought to life through intricate illustrations and elegant fonts. The cover of the card displays two open pages, adorned with delicate gold filigree and a clasp, as if to reveal the treasured verses within. The verses themselves, written in a flowing, elegant script, read, "May the peace of the Nativity, the love of the Infant Jesus, and the joy of the Angels be with you this Christmas." The interior of the card continues the medieval theme, with intricate illustrations of the Nativity scene, including the baby Jesus lying in a manger, surrounded by the adoring Mary and Joseph, and the three wise men bringing their gifts. The scene is bathed in a soft, ethereal glow, adding to the sense of wonder and magic. This Christmas card is not only a beautiful work of art but also a testament to the enduring power of the written word and the importance of the holiday season in bringing people together. Whether displayed as a cherished keepsake or sent as a thoughtful greeting to loved ones, this card is sure to bring joy and delight to all who behold it.
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