Christmas Card with Three Children Depicted as the Magi, 1952

THF737498 / Christmas Card with Three Children Depicted as the Magi, 1952
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Artifact Overview

Christians often send Christmas cards that incorporate religious themes to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Imagery may allude to biblical stories of the Nativity, the Madonna and Child, the three kings or wise men, or the adoration of the shepherds. Texts may quote scriptures or verses from Christmas hymns or carols; other passages may be generic, wishing peace and goodwill to the recipient.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Christmas card

Date Made

1952

Subject Date

1952

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

84.9.1.3525

Credit

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

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 5.563 in
Width: 4.375 in

Christmas Card with Three Children Depicted as the Magi, 1952