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In the UK, Christmas cards account for almost half of the volume of greeting card sales, with over 668.9 million Christmas cards sold in the 2008 festive period. [14] In mostly non-religious countries (e.g. Czech Republic), the cards are called New Year Cards ; they are sent before Christmas and the emphasis (design, texts) is mostly given to ...
The world's first commercially produced Christmas card, made by artist John Callcott Horsley for Henry Cole in 1843. From 1837 to 1840, he worked as an assistant to Rowland Hill and played a key role in the introduction of the Penny Post. He is sometimes credited with the design of the world's first postage stamp, the Penny Black. [3]
The first Christmas card dates all the way back to the 1840s. ... Comment about Christmas cards going viral, with user remarking on lack of cards after husband suggested wife should do them.
John Callcott Horsley RA (29 January 1817 – 18 October 1903) was a British academic painter of genre and historical scenes, illustrator, and designer of the first Christmas card. He was a member of the artist's colony in Cranbrook .
The husband and wife are picturing driving in a vintage MG car - perhaps the coolest royal family Christmas card ever. 2019: Harry and Meghan have seven-month-old Archie front and centre
Christmas is celebrated today even in non-Christian households as the spirit of giving and peace has transcended its original religious meaning. Bridges: History of Christmas shows holiday ...
The success of the Christmas card grew into a business letters, postcards, and greeting cards with envelopes. [1] Rust revolutionized the use of the "French Fold," which turned a single piece of paper into a card by folding it into quarters. [1] [2] They were the first company to sell greeting cards with a fitted envelope. [3]
When it comes to the history of Christmas, the days and traditions may have changed over time, but one thing always remains the same: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever ...