Vintage Thanksgiving Greeting Card with Turkey & Autumn Leaves

Vintage Thanksgiving Greeting Card with Turkey & Autumn Leaves

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OccasionThanksgiving
EraArt Nouveau (1890-1910)
Decade1900s
Stylechromolithograph
Colorsorange, green, blue, burgundy, gold
Vibeselegant, whimsical

Text on Card

With best wishes for a happy Thanksgiving

Description

Rendered in fine chromolithographic detail with hand-coloring throughout, this early-20th-century Thanksgiving greeting card showcases a vibrant, intricately detailed turkey as its focal point. The bird displays iridescent plumage in shades of emerald green, deep blue, burgundy, and gold, characteristic of the Art Nouveau period's meticulous aesthetic. Above, delicate autumn foliage in warm russet and orange tones dangles from a graceful branch, creating an elegant frame for the sentiment. The soft gradient background transitions from warm peach to cool mint green, enhancing the card's artistic sophistication and nostalgic appeal.

Subjects

turkey, autumn leaves, hay bales, pumpkin

Printing Notes

Hand-colored chromolithograph with careful color gradation in background; detailed line work defining feather patterns and foliage

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