992 - Unknown (19th century), Congratulatory card featuring an anchor, Congratulations card

Unknown (19th century), Congratulatory card featuring an anchor, Congratulations card Unknown (19th century): Greeting card with an anchor and a green branch of hope, 19th century, Congratulations card Technique: Congratulations card on paper Inscription: Numbered “15” in the lower right margin. The card comes from a collection of greeting cards from the Biedermeier period. Please see our other listings. These friendship and greeting cards are charming, but also particularly interesting cultural and historical artifacts from that era. At the end of the 18th century, it became customary, especially in Vienna, to pay each other courtesy calls at the New Year and to send visiting and greeting cards. Date: 19th century Description: Colored etching on paper. With a verse on the banderole: “May the branch of hope always bloom for you, and may the joy of happiness never elude you.” Keywords: 19th century, Biedermeier, Fashion, Germany, Size: Paper: 5.9 cm x 8.5 cm (2.3 x 3.3 in) Condition: Very good condition. The sheet has discolored slightly. A few pale spots are visible.