Greetings card with river scene in moonlight
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Greetings card with river scene in moonlight
Greetings card with river scene in the moonlight. Date: circa 1890s
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Step into a bygone era with this exquisite Victorian-era greetings card featuring a serene river scene bathed in the ethereal glow of moonlight. Circa 1890s, this charming oval-shaped card is a testament to the beauty of the rural countryside and the simple pleasures of a moonlit night on the water. The scene unfolds on the card's sepia-toned surface, with the gentle curve of the river reflecting the silver light of the full moon. Tiny cottages nestled along the banks are illuminated by the moon's soft light, their warm, inviting interiors a beacon of comfort and tranquility. Boats with oars at the ready sit quietly in the water, their wooden hulls glinting in the moonlight, as if waiting for their passengers to embark on a peaceful journey. The reflection of the trees on the river adds depth and texture to the scene, their branches reaching out towards the moon in a graceful dance of light and shadow. The water itself shimmers and sparkles, its surface a mirror of the night sky above. This beautiful greetings card, with its intricate shape and intricate details, is a work of art in its own right. Its vintage charm and timeless beauty make it a treasured keepsake, perfect for expressing heartfelt sentiments and creating lasting memories. Whether sent as a thoughtful gesture to a loved one or kept for one's own collection, this Victorian-era greetings card is a reminder of the simple pleasures of nature and the enduring power of art to transport us to another time and place.
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