Lot of vintage retro illustrated greeting cards, new collection

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This lot consists of several illustrated greeting cards, displayed in two distinct stacks on an antique wooden desk. Each card visible on the front features a printed illustration, suggesting careful production, typical of traditional or retro greeting cards. The first card, at the top of the left stack, shows a childlike motif: a little girl lying down, crowned with flowers, holding a daisy, with a ladybug beside her, on a pastel background with a subtle pattern. This evokes a soft, poetic, and timeless style, much appreciated for birth, birthday, or friendship wishes.

The right stack shows a card on the front illustrating a winter scene with a horse-drawn cart, bare trees, and a nostalgic atmosphere, in sepia or grey tones. This type of visual recalls old greeting cards or those inspired by the late 19th or early 20th century, often used for end-of-year holidays. Other partially visible cards reveal varied illustrations, ranging from figurative to more abstract or stylized motifs, in a color palette from soft tones to more vibrant shades.

The cards appear to be in excellent condition, with no visible signs of wear, creases, or stains on the upper faces, indicating that they have probably never been used. Their new appearance is reinforced by the sharpness of the corners and the overall cleanliness of the visible surfaces. Some cards have straight edges, while others appear slightly rounded, reflecting a variety of common formats for this type of item.

The presentation against an old library background highlights the retro and decorative character of this lot, which will be suitable for various uses: traditional correspondence, wall decoration or framing, or artistic creations (scrapbooking, journaling).

The visible illustrations show a wide variety of graphic styles, from naive drawing to realistic scenes, which enhances the appeal of this lot for those looking for old, vintage or retro greeting cards, both for their aesthetic value and for their potential use.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible cards are in very good condition, with no apparent defects on the exposed faces.

AFW Reassurance

Professional packaging guaranteed and fast shipping from France. Experienced seller, careful service.

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