Category Archives: Cards

Wonders of the Bush

Posted on March 20, 2013 by maryannadair

Papa Ibra Tall – was born in 1935 in Tivavouane (Senegal). In 1955, he  attended the Special School of Architecture and Fine Arts in Paris. He illustrated book covers for “Presence Africaine” for its editor, Alioune Diop, and it was … Continue reading →

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Greedy for 3-D

Posted on February 18, 2013 by maryannadair

3D cards – using lenticular printing is a technology in which normally flat, static images can convey depth and motion. Lenticular graphics can be described as specialized images which when viewed under certain circumstances will produce 3-D or animated sequences. … Continue reading →

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…’twas the night before Christmas and all through the house…

Posted on December 24, 2012 by maryannadair

not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. So, I just wanted to wish you all the best for Christmas and show you some Collector’s Christmas cards from the past. These are examples from Sands, Fifth Avenue and charity … Continue reading →

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Anyone remember swap cards?

Posted on November 11, 2012 by maryannadair

Remember swap cards? Here are some examples from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. Some had great colour, others were great as pictures. All-in-all I consider them art. I have created a memorabilia page on swap cards, be it cigarette, playing … Continue reading →

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