"A Joyous Christmastide," 1910-1920
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Artifact Overview
Colorful, commercially designed greeting cards were popular in early 20th-century America--especially during the holidays. Friends and neighbors commonly exchanged cards wishing the recipient a merry Christmas or happy New Year. To represent the youthful delight of the season and the promise of the coming year, publishers sometimes decorated Christmas cards with images of children.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
1910-1920
Subject Date
1910-1920
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
90.234.4
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 5.438 in
Width: 3.5 in
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