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Xmas greeting card
The front of an Xmas greeting card. Artist: Frederick Leighton Date: 1914
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A Timeless Holiday Tradition: Frederick Leighton's "The Flower-Girl" as a 1914 Christmas Greeting Card The holiday season brings with it a sense of nostalgia and tradition, and one of the most cherished customs is sending Christmas greeting cards to loved ones. This beautiful image, titled "The Flower-Girl," painted by the renowned English artist Sir Frederick Leighton in 1885, was transformed into a Christmas greeting card in 1914. Leighton's masterpiece depicts a young girl, dressed in a simple white gown, gracefully holding out a bouquet of flowers towards the viewer. Her expression is serene and innocent, and her delicate pose conveys a sense of purity and beauty. The background is filled with lush greenery and vibrant flowers, adding to the idyllic and romantic atmosphere. The use of this painting as a Christmas card design is a testament to its timeless appeal and the enduring beauty of Leighton's art. The card's message, often written in elegant script, would read "Merry Christmas" or "Season's Greetings," making it a heartfelt and personal way to spread holiday cheer. The year 1914 holds a significant place in history as the year the first World War Christmas truce took place, when soldiers from both sides put down their weapons and celebrated the holiday together. This card, sent during that time, would have been a small yet meaningful connection to the outside world for the soldiers, reminding them of the love and warmth that awaited them back home. Today, this exquisite painting continues to inspire and delight, and its transformation into a Christmas greeting card serves as a reminder of the power of art to bring people together and spread joy during the holiday season.
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