Christmas Card with Image of Norman Rockwell's "Christmas Caroler," 1950

THF717138 / Christmas Card with Image of Norman Rockwell's "Christmas Caroler," 1950
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Artifact Overview

Hallmark Cards, Inc. commissioned Norman Rockwell to produce a series of Christmas cards from 1946 to 1957. The sentimental imagery depicted scenes of an idealized Christmas. In this card, Norman Rockwell depicts a young choirboy in mid-song. The wide-mouthed and enthusiastic soloist is surrounded by cherubs fancifully arranged and accompanying him with musical instruments.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Christmas card

Date Made

1950

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

84.9.1.3418

Credit

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

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 5.063 in
Width: 4 in

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Christmas Card with Image of Norman Rockwell's "Christmas Caroler," 1950