
Victorian Christmas Holly Bells Greeting Card | Antique Holiday
Text on Card
A Merry Christmas and a happy New Year
Description
"A Merry Christmas and a happy New Year" reads the script greeting in red ink on this exquisite Victorian-era Christmas card. Two silver bells suspended by a red ribbon from a sprig of holly form the centerpiece, displayed against an ornate gold and dark blue medallion with decorative cutout framework. Vibrant red holly berries and lush green leaves adorn the top of the composition. The textured cream basket-weave patterned background adds depth and sophistication to the overall design. This card exemplifies the chromolithographic style of late-19th-century greeting card production, featuring the classic palette of red, green, silver, cream, and gold.
Subjects
bells, holly, berries, leaves, filigree
Printing Notes
Embossed filigree detailing on bells; hand-lettered script; red border edge characteristic of Victorian production







