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Christmas card, Glory to God in the Highest
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Christmas card, Glory to God in the Highest
Three-dimensional Christmas card with kneeling angel, the Virgin Mary, Baby Jesus and a cherub above -- Glory to God in the Highest. Date: circa 1890s
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Glory to God in the Highest: A Victorian Three-Dimensional Christmas Card from the 1890s This exquisite three-dimensional Christmas card, dating back to the late 1890s, captures the essence of the Victorian era's devotional and artistic sensibilities. The card features a scene of the Nativity, with the Virgin Mary in adoration, her hands folded in prayer, as she cradles the newborn Baby Jesus. Kneeling before them is an angel, his wings spread wide in a gesture of reverence and awe. Above the scene hovers a cherub, or putto, his tiny hands forming the shape of a halo, symbolizing the divine presence of God. The card's intricate design is a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the period. The angel and cherub are rendered in three dimensions, their delicate features and gossamer wings created from layers of fine paper, feathers, and other materials. The background is a gothic arch, its columns and pillars adorned with intricate gold and white filigree, adding to the card's overall sense of grandeur and otherworldliness. The card's caption, "Glory to God in the Highest," is a reference to the opening lines of the Angels' Annunciation to the Shepherds in the Gospel of Luke. The sentiment expresses the deep reverence and awe felt by all who witnessed the birth of Jesus, and serves as a reminder of the true meaning of the Christmas season. This beautiful and intricately crafted three-dimensional Christmas card is a testament to the enduring power of art and faith, and a reminder of the wonder and magic of the holiday season.
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