Christmas and New Year card in the shape of a shell

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Christmas and New Year card in the shape of a shell

Christmas and New Year card in the shape of a shell (open), with a seasonal verse and a seascape with crescent moon. (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

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Moon Moonlight Reflection Rocks Seascape Seasonal Shape Shaped Shell Shells Shore Verse

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> Special Days > Christmas > Victorian

> Transportation > Ships and Boats

EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Victorian Seaside Christmas and New Year: A Shell-Shaped Card with a Seasonal Verse and a Tranquil Seascape" This exquisite Victorian-era Christmas and New Year card, dating back to the late 1890s, showcases a beautiful, intricately designed shell-shaped card with a seasonal verse and a serene seascape. The card's open design reveals a charming verse that reads, "May the joys of the Yuletide season / Be ever yours, and may the New Year bring / A wealth of happiness and good cheer / To you and yours, both far and near." The card's exterior is adorned with a delicate, open shell, evoking the beauty and allure of the seashore. The intricate detailing of the shell's ridges and patterns adds an elegant touch to the design. The interior of the card features a tranquil seascape, complete with sailing boats and ships, gracefully navigating the calm waters. The reflection of the moonlight on the water adds an ethereal quality to the scene, while the crescent moon and blue sky complete the idyllic coastal tableau. The seascape is further enhanced by the inclusion of rocks along the shoreline, adding depth and texture to the image. The overall effect is one of peace, serenity, and the promise of new beginnings. This charming Victorian Christmas and New Year card is a testament to the enduring beauty and appeal of the seashore and the magic of the holiday season.

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