1912 Christmas Eve Bedtime Prayers

This heartwarming 1912 vintage Christmas postcard captures the quiet magic of Christmas Eve through the eyes of a child. A little girl in a white nightgown kneels at her bedside, gazing hopefully at the fireplace where a single stocking hangs, waiting for Santa’s visit. Near her, the soft glow of candles flickers on the mantel, beside a clock ticking down the final hours to Christmas morning.

Her parents, lovingly portrayed behind her—the father seated in a formal suit, the mother in a flowing blue dress with a gentle hand on his shoulder—look on with quiet affection. In the background, through a doorway, a Christmas tree glimmers with ornaments, casting a festive light over the scene. The embossed details and gilded accents add a rich, tactile quality, bringing the illustration to life with Edwardian elegance. The caption near the child reads, “Dear Santa, I’m a good little child, etc.,” adding a sweet, personal touch to this already sentimental moment.

This exquisite vintage postcard would look great framed, make a wonderful hostess gift or stocking stuffer, a unique holiday decoration, or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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