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Angel with tree on a Russian Christmas postcard
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Angel with tree on a Russian Christmas postcard
Angel with tree on a Russian Christmas postcard, with bells and mistletoe around the upper edge. Date: circa 1890s
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Step into the magical world of a late 19th-century Russian Christmas, as depicted in this enchanting postcard image. The scene is set against a star-studded night sky, where a lone angel gracefully hovers above a majestic evergreen tree adorned with twinkling lights and golden ornaments. The angel's ethereal wings spread wide, as if to embrace the serene beauty of the winter landscape below. The upper edge of the postcard is adorned with intricate details, including delicate bells and mistletoe, adding to the holiday spirit and enhancing the overall charm of the design. The bells, a symbol of the Russian Orthodox faith, jingle softly in the night air, while the mistletoe, a traditional Christmas decoration in many cultures, adds a touch of romance and merriment to the scene. The intricate Cyrillic script at the bottom of the postcard further emphasizes its Russian origin, transporting us back in time to the late Victorian era. This beautiful postcard, with its stunning imagery and intricate details, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of Russia during the 1890s. As we take a moment to admire the beauty and tranquility of this scene, we can almost hear the soft ringing of the bells and the gentle crunching of snow beneath our feet, as we join in the celebration of the Russian Christmas tradition.
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