Birds and stockings on a Christmas card
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Birds and stockings on a Christmas card
A little child looks up at a line of birds on a tree branch with their stockings waiting for gifts on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14246830
© The David Pearson Collection/Mary Evans Picture Library
Gifts Poem Presents Seasonal Sock Socks Stocking Stockings Verse Verses Waiting
EDITORS COMMENTS
A delightful scene from the late Victorian era, circa 1890s, captures the magic and wonder of the Christmas season in this charming antique photograph. A young child gazes up at a line of birds perched on a tree branch, their vibrant plumage a striking contrast against the wintery backdrop. The scene is further enchanting as the child's stockings, hanging from the same tree, await the arrival of gifts and presents. The rich colors of the birds' feathers - orange, yellow, red, blue - add a burst of cheer to the scene, while the simple, rustic setting transports us back in time. The stockings, with their intricate patterns and warm hues, are a reminder of the anticipation and excitement that comes with the holiday season. The verse on the Christmas card, now faded with age, completes the image, adding a poetic touch to the scene. The words, though difficult to decipher, speak to the joy and wonder that comes with the arrival of the holiday season and the promise of gifts and love. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the simple pleasures of the past, and the enduring magic of the Christmas season. It invites us to pause and appreciate the beauty of nature, the joy of childhood, and the warmth of the holiday season.
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