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Robins with bread on a loaf-shaped Christmas card
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Robins with bread on a loaf-shaped Christmas card
Three robins pecking at bread on a cottage loaf-shaped Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s
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Step back in time with this charming and intricately detailed Victorian Christmas card from the 1890s. This beautiful antique print features three robin redbreasts in their vibrant red and orange plumage, gathered around a cottage loaf-shaped bread, their beaks delicately pecking at the crusty exterior. The white background adds a crisp and clean contrast to the earthy tones of the robins and the bread, while the intricate cutout design of the loaf adds a playful and whimsical touch. The image of robins gathering around bread during the winter months is a common theme in Victorian Christmas cards, symbolizing the warmth and generosity of the holiday season. The robin, with its bright red breast, is a beloved bird in British folklore and is often considered a sign of good fortune and the arrival of spring. This vintage Christmas card is a beautiful reminder of the simple pleasures of the past, and a delightful addition to any holiday collection. The intricate details and rich colors of this print make it a treasured keepsake that can be enjoyed for generations to come.
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