1981 Barbara Webster CHARITY Christmas Card SIGNED Snowy New England Village ...

"RARE CHARITY ART POSTCARD - VANISHING PIECE OF NEW ENGLAND HOLIDAY HISTORY!

You're looking at a truly special piece of Maine artistic ephemera - a charming 1981 Christmas postcard by respected regional artist Barbara Webster of Belfast Maine. These limited charity postcards supporting Maine Crippled Children are increasingly difficult to find in any condition!

This may be your ONLY CHANCE to own an authentic hand-signed Barbara Webster charity Christmas card from this important Maine artist whose work is becoming increasingly sought after by regional art collectors.

Description

This enchanting Christmas scene captures the quintessential New England winter village with remarkable artistic sensitivity and nostalgic charm.

The watercolor-style rendering depicts a snow-covered rural scene with classic white New England houses a small church with steeple and iconic red barns - the perfect embodiment of traditional holiday imagery.

A beautifully decorated Christmas tree stands proudly in the center of the scene with tiny figures (likely children) enjoying the snowy landscape - evoking the innocent joy of Christmas past.

Bare winter trees frame the scene against a moody winter sky while warm golden light glows from the windows suggesting the cozy Christmas celebrations happening within each home.

The artist has masterfully captured the serene beauty of a New England Christmas with a perfect balance of architectural detail and atmospheric winter light.

The artist's distinctive signature 'B Webster' appears in the bottom left corner authenticating this as a genuine Barbara Webster work.

Historical Significance

This postcard represents a vanishing tradition of artist-produced charitable holiday cards that once played an important role in supporting social causes.

The card explicitly states that 'The use of this card aids Maine Crippled Children ' connecting it to important charitable work in the Maine community during the early 1980s.

Barbara Webster of Belfast Maine produced these special cards as both artistic expressions and vehicles for charitable giving - a dual purpose that makes them particularly significant cultural artifacts.

The postcard captures a moment in American postal history when specially commissioned art cards were still commonly sent for Christmas greetings - a tradition that has largely disappeared in our digital age.

This specific example was mailed in December 1981 precisely documenting its use during the Christmas season for which it was designed.

The handwritten message mentioning the sender's cat walking across the table while writing provides a charming glimpse into everyday life and the personal connections maintained through holiday correspondence in the pre-internet era.

Condition

This used postcard remains in remarkably good condition considering it was actually mailed and delivered during the 1981 holiday season.

The front image retains vibrant color and clear detail despite the postmarks visible over the image - a testament to the quality of the original printing.

The postal markings themselves add historical authenticity and charm rather than detracting from the piece.

The original 13-cent US flag stamp (from the Americana series) remains perfectly intact on the reverse.

The back shows expected and acceptable postal handling marks consistent with a card that fulfilled its intended purpose.

The handwritten message remains completely legible and adds character and provenance to this piece of Christmas ephemera.

Age/Era

This postcard dates precisely to December 1981 definitively confirmed by the December 21 1981 Glenolden PA postmark.

It represents the early 1980s period of American postal history featuring the 13-cent US flag stamp from the popular Americana series (issued 1976-1977).

The artistic style and printing quality perfectly exemplify the chrome postcard production methods of this specific era.

The card captures the traditional New England Christmas aesthetic that was particularly cherished during this period when rural nostalgia was especially valued in American culture.

As a postcard approaching its 45th Christmas it has now crossed the threshold into genuine vintage collectible territory.

Rarity

This Barbara Webster charity Christmas card is considerably more scarce than mass-produced holiday postcards of the era for several important reasons.

It was produced in limited quantities by a regional Maine artist specifically to support a charitable cause rather than through major commercial publishers.

The fact that it bears the actual postmarks from its original use makes it more special than unused examples documenting its actual function during Christmas 1981.

Many of these charity cards were discarded after the holiday season with few surviving in collectible condition with both the intact stamp and legible postmarks.

Barbara Webster's work has developed a following among collectors of Maine regional art and New England folk art making her signed pieces increasingly difficult to find.

This may be your ONLY OPPORTUNITY to acquire this specific Barbara Webster charity Christmas design - once it's gone it's gone forever!

Collector's Note

This postcard sits at the intersection of multiple collecting categories - Christmas postcards charity ephemera regional Maine art New England winter scenes and documented postal history.

The combination of the artist's signature charitable purpose complete postal usage and classic New England Christmas imagery makes this a particularly desirable addition to any holiday or regional art collection.

As interest in regional American artists continues to grow signed works by identified artists like Barbara Webster are increasingly recognized for their cultural and artistic significance.

This card represents a disappearing piece of history from an era when holiday correspondence carried both artistic merit and meaningful charitable impact.

As we move further into the digital age these authentic physical connections to Christmas traditions of the recent past become increasingly important cultural artifacts worth preserving.

Shipping Information

Your Barbara Webster charity Christmas postcard will be carefully packaged in an archival sleeve inside a rigid mailer to ensure its continued preservation for future generations.

Buy multiple postcards and pay only ONE low shipping cost!

Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of vanishing New England Christmas history! This signed Barbara Webster charity postcard represents a rapidly disappearing era when holiday greetings combined artistic quality personal connection and charitable purpose in a way that has largely vanished from our digital world."

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Offered by Gosla Antiques & Collectibles, purveyors of antiquities, curiosities and collectible wares. Dispatched from Pennsylvania, United States, with tracking.