Christmas Card, Charlot Byj, Angel Singing from a Hymnal, Gilded, Original Unused, Hampshire, USA, 1940s–50s

A gentle angel sings from her hymnal, a bracelet of golden stars at her wrist, surrounded by soft gilding and a brushed gold border — a rare, unused find.

Signed by Charlot Byj (1920–1983), whose 1940s greeting card and advertising illustrations later inspired a beloved line of Goebel figurines, this soft-colored angel card is genuinely scarce. Printed on fine linen paper by Hampshire (#342-2), it's a favorite among collectors of her work.

A rare treat for a Charlot Byj admirer or greeting card collector, and a beautiful gift for anyone drawn to gilded, vintage religious art. Pair it with our other Charlot Byj angel cards — Angels Embracing and Angel Praying — to complete the set.

• Maker: Charlot Byj, printed by Hampshire (HPP #342-2)
• Materials: Linen paper, gilded detail, with original envelope
• Dimensions: 6 x 3.75 inches
• Origin: Made in USA
• Era: 1940s–1950s
• Condition: New Old Stock, unused; some glue marks on the back from the envelope; card and envelope lightly yellowed with age; sold as-is, no returns