Postcard : Robin, two blue tits and wren on a Christmas card
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Robin, two blue tits and wren on a Christmas card
A robin, two blue tits and a wren on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14243528
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Cold Redbreast Robin Robins Saucepan Shelter Sheltering Snowy Survival Tits Wren
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
Photo postcards are a great way to stay in touch with family and friends.
Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this charming late Victorian Christmas card image, dating from the 1890s. The scene features a robin redbreast perched on a snow-covered branch, offering shelter and warmth to two blue tits huddled together in a cozy nook beneath a saucepan. The brown wren peeks out from the shelter, curious about the wintery scene unfolding before him. This heartwarming tableau captures the essence of survival and companionship during the coldest months of the year. Robins, with their bright red breasts, are a beloved symbol of the holiday season and are often depicted in Christmas cards and decorations. Blue tits, with their distinctive blue-grey backs and yellow underparts, are common birds found throughout Europe and are known for their agility and adaptability. Wrens, the smallest of all British birds, are also frequent inhabitants of gardens and woodlands. The image exudes a sense of nostalgia and warmth, transporting us to a simpler time. The use of natural elements, such as the snow-covered branches and the rustic saucepan, adds to the authenticity of the scene. This beautiful card would have been a cherished holiday greeting, reminding friends and family of the joys of the season and the beauty of nature, even in the harshest of winter conditions.
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