Christmas Card, 1951

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Artifact Overview

In addition to illustrating nearly 100 children's books, renowned American artist Tasha Tudor (1915-2008) created thousands of drawings for the Irene Dash Greeting Card Company. Featuring traditional 19th-century scenes crafted in soft colors, her holiday greeting cards evoke warm seasonal sentiments. This postwar Christmas card typifies Tudor's detailed, enchanting, and popular illustrations.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Christmas card

Date Made

1951

Subject Date

1951

Place of Creation

Creator Notes

Artwork by Tasha Tudor; published by Irene Dash Greeting Card Co.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

84.9.1.3295

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Dorothy Guimaraes.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Dimensions

Height: 6 in
Width: 5.5 in

Christmas Card, 1951