Friday, December 23, 2011

Lithograph Santa

 

Santa's Merry Carnival
Copyright 1955 by Polygraphic Company of America, INC.  Lithographed in U.S.A.  
Given to Little Jeffery at the tender age of 3 by his Grandma and Grandpa. 
Rescued by me in a dusty basement early this past year at an estate sale...now my treasure.

 

Santa plans a carnival?

 

Complete with top hat and center ring!

 

Spinning monkeys (still in working condition).

 

Dancing elephants and elfish bands.

 

It is the most remarkable pop up book.  Perhaps the most intriguing page...take a gander at the Tattoo Lady!  Straight out of the circus.

 

Lithographed treasures are truly perfection.

16 comments:

  1. Musings from Kim K.December 23, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Such gorgeous graphics. It found the perfect home. I just love happy endings!!

    Merry Christmas!

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  2. KathyDecember 23, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Too funny - Santa has a carnival, who knew!

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  3. busymarthaDecember 23, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    What a find Renee! The colors are so beautiful, don't ya just love the vintage images? Why don't they start to recreate some of these?

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  4. MeckyDecember 23, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Oh how cute!! I am glad it founds it's way to be treasured by you!!

    Merry Christmas

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  5. BettyDecember 23, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Oh my goodness Renee! That book is adorable!!

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  6. laurie -magpie ethelDecember 23, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    Adorable and a good basement rescue! Happy holiday!

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  7. UnknownDecember 23, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    Renee,
    I looked this book up on Ebay...very expensive every place! You got a wonderful find! I just adore books like this !!! Hope tomorrow and Sunday are the best! Merry Christmas! Higs, Sandy

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  8. LynnDecember 23, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    Oh my goodness this is so sweet!! You find the most amazing treasures!
    Hugs

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  9. UnknownDecember 23, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    aahh that is so beautiful and cute...old really is the best ;-)) dee x

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  10. fee @ chipper nellyDecember 24, 2011 at 4:08 AM

    happy christmas eve to you my friend. I've loved your blog this year and look forward to being inspired in 2012.
    I hope the new year brings you tons of fun and happy memory making.
    Love fee x

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  11. AnonymousDecember 24, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Such bright, happy colors! Merry christmas, Renee! ♥

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  12. Corey December 24, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Really beautiful! What a treasure!

    And your comment about savoring the years until the kids won't sit on Santa's lap brought tears to my eyes! Oh, childhood is just too short for us moms...!

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  13. BucksCountyFolkArtDecember 24, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    One of the cutest books I've ever seen!

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  14. Hearts TurnedDecember 24, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    What a treasure, Renee! You always share the most wonderful vintage images--thank-you!

    Wishing you and your dear family a most wonderful Christmas, dear friend!

    Julie

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  15. CarlyDecember 24, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    I <3 the dancing elephants!

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  16. ImagiMeriDecember 26, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    I hope your Christmas was merry and bright. I've been quite busy with my mom and doctor appointments. Thank you for sharing this wonder of a book......you're the best!

    Love ya'
    Meri

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