{"product_id":"lot-cartes-de-voeux-noel-vintage-1950s-illustrations-anciennes-stock-neuf","title":"Lot of vintage Christmas greeting cards 1950s, old illustrations, new old stock","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot consists of a set of antique greeting cards, visible here tied with a satin green ribbon. The cards feature an illustration on the front, typical of the graphic style of the 1950s, with bold colors and crisp outlines. The image visible in the foreground shows a lively scene: a character in armor, accompanied by a white horse and a second character wearing a blue hat, all against a background of greenery and a pink-orange sky. The drawing, both naive and colorful, evokes the aesthetic of post-war European greeting cards, with particular attention paid to the details of the costumes and decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lot appears to consist of several superimposed cards, all rectangular in format, and whose edges reveal a uniform stack. The set is held together by a shiny green ribbon, tied in a bow, which reinforces the gift effect or unopened lot. The cardboard support shows a visible patina, particularly at the top left where traces of moisture and some age spots are visible, accentuating the vintage and authentic character of this lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe illustrations are color-printed, with a dominance of greens, reds, and blues. The artist's line is crisp, probably from an offset or lithographic print, typical of 1950s stationery production. The visible scene suggests a winter or festive theme, suitable for the Christmas season, even if no strictly religious element or Christmas tree decoration is identifiable on the visible face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe edges of the cards show some signs of handling or prolonged storage, confirming their age. The stacking suggests a homogeneous lot, ideal for decorative use, retro postal sending, or building up a stock of period stationery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe presentation against a wooden library background highlights the historical character of the object and its link to the epistolary tradition. No handwritten or printed text is legible on the visible face, leaving the user free to personalize the cards or use them as wall decoration elements or for vintage scrapbooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item in antique condition, sold as is. Visible traces of moisture and stains on the top card, slightly dulled corners and edges, original ribbon maintained. Lot from old unused stock, but showing signs of prolonged storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging. Professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique greeting card, retro Christmas card lot, 1950s illustration, vintage stationery, greeting card 1950s, antique illustrated card, Christmas stationery lot, old Christmas card, knight illustrated card, ribbon greeting card, epistolary card lot, vintage postcard\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54263826317639,"sku":"73562f85-8a05-4849-ac58-f0fa4aabea52-PA0.49","price":6.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_eb79ec3c-f446-4ae6-bf62-9179d5e7808b.jpg?v=1782904819","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lot-cartes-de-voeux-noel-vintage-1950s-illustrations-anciennes-stock-neuf","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}