Sunday, January 29, 2012

Good Luck and Shamrocks for a New Pal!



From the SNOW PEOPLE collection by Darling & Company, Seattle, WA.

Snowmen first came on the scene, according Bob Eckstein, in his "History of the Snowmen" in the 16th century. They became especially popular in the Victorian era. He writes, "The picturing of snow people flourished in the penny-postcard era (1890-1920) when many thousands of cards were made."

(Watch for more Snowmen from the collection of Darling & Company!)

3 comments:

  1. Your collection is amazing. Love your new header too!

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  2. Coralie,
    I never cease to be amazed at all the images you find. Lucky for me there are so many snowmen, I just love them. Thanks again for sharing!
    Julie

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  3. Oh, Coralie--this is a beautiful postcard! Just lovely.

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