1948 Cardinal Collection Personal Christmas Cards Salesman Sample Portfolio For Sale

This is a wonderful piece of mid-century holiday advertising history! This authentic 1948 Cardinal Personal Christmas Cards Salesman Sample Portfolio was originally used by traveling door-to-door salesmen to take customized orders for the upcoming holiday season.This three-panel fold-out display sample portfolio features beautiful, vibrant holiday graphics typical of the era, showcasing unique typography, classic color palettes, and popular mid-century motifs. Folder is `10.5\" x 6 5/8\"

• Brand:Cardinal Craftsmen
• Era: 1940s
• Card Samples Included: Includes a multi-card display including playful mid-century characters (\"Miss\" with oversized holly hat, \"Mr. & Mrs.\" holiday dancers), scenic winter landscapes, die-cut window details (\"From Our House To Yours\"), and embossed elements (\"Hi Ho\" pinecones).
• Interior Text Details: Sample imprint names like The Fosters, Virginia Lee Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald T. Fairbanks, and Jim and Jane Castlebery are printed inside to demonstrate customization options.
• Back Cover Text: Details the \"Without Name\" consumer promotion, offering a free package of 60 Christmas Seals and Tags with each box ordered.
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with sturdy black cardboard panels. The internal card samples remain crisp, colorful, and securely attached to the backing. Light edge wear on the portfolio binding is consistent with age and sales presentation use. (Please inspect the photos closely for exact cosmetic condition).
• Perfect For: Holiday scrapbooking, junk journals, ephemera collectors, or vintage Christmas home decor displays!

We have several of these listed in our store - We purchased a big box full at a recent estate sale. All are slightly different.

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