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Christmas postcard, reverse
Christmas postcard printed with a design of four red-breasted birds in a pine tree, sent to Mrs Dick and Miss Hudson from Jugederd Gedulof, manufactured in Sweden and postmarked 22 December 1947. Date: 1945-1947
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1. Title: A 1940s Swedish Christmas Postcard: Four Red-Breasted Birds in a Pine Tree 2. Description: This Christmas postcard, dated between 1945 and 1947, features a reverse side adorned with a beautiful handwritten message and a charming design of four red-breasted birds perched among the branches of a pine tree. The front of the card remains blank, save for the printed matter and the postage stamp. 3. Object and Material: The postcard is made of paper, with a beige background on the reverse side and a horizontal, single green strip along the bottom edge, where the text "Jugederd Gedulof, Sweden" is printed. The image on the reverse is white against the beige background, and the text and stamp are in various shades of green. 4. Image: The image on the reverse side of the postcard is a delightful winter scene, with the four red-breasted birds nestled among the pine needles, creating a sense of warmth and tranquility amidst the snowy landscape. The birds' bright red plumage contrasts beautifully with the white background, and their cheerful expressions add a touch of joy to the image. 5. Text: The handwritten text on the reverse side of the postcard reads, "Dear Mrs. Dick and Miss Hudson, Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Love, [Name]," followed by a small, circular postage stamp affixed to the bottom right corner. 6. Provenance: This postcard was sent from Sweden and postmarked on December 22, 1947, making it a cherished piece of Christmas history from the 1940s. The card's design and the handwritten message add to its unique character and appeal, making it a wonderful addition to any collection or display.
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