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BLOCH ESTATE GALLERY
Preserving History, One Treasure at a Time.
A Nostalgic Pair of Vintage European Christmas Advent Calendars
Offered together is a charming collection of two vintage Christmas Advent calendars, featuring richly illustrated holiday scenes from two recognized manufacturers: Krüger of Germany and Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Both calendars reflect the traditional European custom of counting down the 24 days preceding Christmas, with delightful illustrations celebrating childhood anticipation, holiday generosity, and the magic of the Christmas season.
Calendar No. 1 — Krüger, Germany | Series No. 851/2
A colorful winter village scene featuring Santa Claus aboard a horse-drawn Christmas coach, accompanied by angels, festive gifts, and illuminated lanterns. A decorated Christmas tree stands amid snow-covered European village buildings, creating a charming traditional holiday tableau.
The printed Krüger manufacturer\'s mark and series designation 851/2 appear along the lower border. Decorative glitter embellishments enhance the festive illustration.
Calendar No. 2 — Hallmark Children\'s Advent Calendar | No. 50XC 1-7
An enchanting illustration depicting Santa Claus surrounded by angelic children preparing Christmas gifts, baking holiday treats, decorating a Christmas tree, and participating in the joyful activities of the season.
The calendar bears the Hallmark crown trademark and product identification 50XC 1-7, together with a Western Germany manufacturing designation.
Original Hallmark Mailing Envelope Included
Accompanying the Hallmark calendar is its original illustrated mailing envelope, featuring printed instructions explaining the traditional 24-day Advent calendar custom.
Preservation and Presentation
Both calendars have been carefully placed in acid-free archival folders for preservation. They are offered together as an attractive pair of vintage Christmas paper collectibles.
Ideal for collectors of vintage Christmas ephemera, German holiday traditions, Hallmark memorabilia, historical paper decorations, and nostalgic mid-century seasonal illustrations.
Two original vintage Advent calendars, offered together as one collectible lot.
Preserving History, One Treasure at a Time.
