LIFE Magazine Christmas Carols Album Portfolio 1940s-50s Art Illustrations For Sale

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LIFE Magazine Christmas Carols Album Portfolio 1940s-50s Art Illustrations:
$18.99

Discover a charming vintage \"An Album of Christmas Carols\" portfolio, likely a special pull-out from a mid-20th century LIFE Magazine. This unique ephemera features seven beloved Christmas carols, each beautifully illustrated by a different American artist, including Doris Lee, Byron Thomas, Lenard Kester, Raymond Breinin, Gladys Rockmore Davis, Margaret Stark, and Waldo Peirce. The collection includes timeless carols such as \"Good King Wenceslas,\" \"O Little Town of Bethlehem,\" \"Silent Night,\" and \"We Three Kings of Orient Are,\" presented with musical notation and lyrics alongside captivating artwork. The final page provides brief biographies of the contributing artists.This delightful holiday collectible measures approximately 13.5 inches by 10.5 inches when closed, opening to about 13.5 by 21 inches. It offers a wonderful glimpse into a bygone era of magazine illustration and Christmas celebration. Ideal for collectors of vintage ephemera, holiday decor, art history enthusiasts, or anyone seeking unique Christmas memorabilia, this album showcases diverse artistic interpretations of classic carols, making it a truly special find.