In stock · No. group 47
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RARE RELIGIOUS TREASURE FROM THE JAZZ AGE
You're viewing an exquisite 1920s Art Deco Catholic Christmas greeting card that perfectly blends traditional religious devotion with the cutting-edge artistic style of the Roaring Twenties. This is a genuine piece of Catholic history personalized by the Sichler family nearly a century ago.
Description This stunning Christmas card features three artistic elements arranged in perfect harmony. The left showcases an oval medallion depicting the Miraculous Medal of the Virgin Mary (dated 1830) a powerful Catholic symbol of divine protection.
The center illustrates the biblical shepherds with their sheep witnessing the angels announcing Christ's birth - a scene of wonder captured in delicate linework. The right features a bold red candle with an unusual green flame symbolizing the divine light entering our world.
The entire design is enhanced with
authentic gold/bronze metallic ink borders and accents that still shimmer after almost 100 years! The Latin phrase 'Gloria in Excelsis Deo' (Glory to God in the Highest) appears in elegant Gothic lettering.
The card is personally signed 'Mr. & Mrs. George Sichler & family' at the bottom connecting us to real people who celebrated Christmas during the interwar period.
Historical Significance This card represents a fascinating moment in American Catholic history when traditional religious devotion met modern Art Deco design. Created between the devastation of WWI and the Great Depression it reflects an era of cultural transformation and religious continuity.
The inclusion of the Miraculous Medal (dating to 1830) demonstrates the enduring Catholic devotion to Marian apparitions even as artistic styles evolved dramatically in the 1920s. This blending of ancient faith with modern aesthetics makes this card particularly significant to collectors.
The Sichler family's personalization transforms this from merely a beautiful design to a genuine historical artifact - a touchstone to real people celebrating their faith during the Jazz Age.
Condition This 90-100 year old card remains in good vintage condition with remarkable preservation of its colors and details. The gold/bronze metallic ink still shows its luminous quality despite some natural oxidation over the decades.
As expected with genuine antique paper items there is age-related toning/yellowing and minor edge wear. The back shows some water/moisture staining primarily on the left side and a small area of surface damage in the upper left corner.
Overall this card has maintained its structural integrity and artistic beauty remarkably well for its significant age. The images remain clear and the handwritten family signature is perfectly legible.
Age/Era Created during the interwar period (1920s to early 1930s) this card captures the fascinating collision of Catholic tradition with Art Deco modernism. The design elements printing techniques and artistic style firmly place this card in this specific historical window.
The plain undivided back indicates this was a higher-quality greeting card meant to be delivered in an envelope rather than sent as a postcard. This format was typical of premium religious cards from this era.
Rarity Catholic greeting cards from this era are disappearing at an alarming rate. While not extremely rare vintage Catholic Christmas cards featuring Art Deco elements metallic ink accents and family personalization from the 1920s-30s are becoming increasingly difficult to find in any condition.
Many similar cards were discarded decades ago or have succumbed to damage making well-preserved examples like this one more sought after with each passing year. The Miraculous Medal representation adds particular interest for Catholic collectors.
Collector's Note Owning authentic historical ephemera like this card offers a tangible connection to the past that digital reproductions simply cannot provide. When you hold this card you're touching the same paper handled by the Sichler family during Christmas celebrations nearly a century ago.
Imagine the conversations the holiday meals and the prayers shared by this family as this card graced their home during the festive season. This is more than mere paper and ink - it's a portal to Christmas past and a celebration of enduring faith.
These fragile windows to history become scarcer with each passing year. Every time one is damaged or discarded our connection to this era diminishes forever.
Shipping Information Buy multiple postcards and pay only ONE low shipping cost! I combine shipping on all vintage postcards and ephemera making it economical to build your collection. Each additional item ships at no extra cost.
All items are carefully packaged in acid-free sleeves and shipped in rigid photo mailers to ensure they reach you in the same condition they leave my hands.
Don't Miss This Opportunity! This beautiful merger of Catholic tradition and Art Deco design represents a fleeting moment in religious art history. Once this card is gone finding another with this specific combination of elements preservation quality and family provenance may prove impossible.
Secure this tangible piece of Catholic Christmas history today before it joins countless others lost to time. Add this remarkable artifact to your collection while you still can!"
_gsrx_vers_1715 (GS 9.9.2 (1715))
Offered by Gosla Antiques & Collectibles, purveyors of antiquities, curiosities and collectible wares. Dispatched from Pennsylvania, United States, with tracking.
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