The festive season is the perfect time to send greeting cards, and some vintage cards have a charm that is reminiscent of times gone by. Why not break with tradition and choose one of Hannes Petersen's beautiful cards, for example?
Hannes Petersen (1885–1960) was a German illustrator whose work continues to appeal to lovers of vintage art. Specialising in postcards and prints, he delicately captured the innocence of childhood and scenes from everyday life in a gentle, nostalgic style.
His illustrations, often done in watercolour, depict children in simple but touching moments. Titles such as Stillende Mutter (Nursing Mother) and Kind mit Schleife im Haar (Child with a Bow in her Hair) reflect this sensitivity. He produced series such as the 3699 series, now prized by collectors, which can be found on www.delcampe.net.
Petersen’s work is recognised beyond the circle of collectors: it is listed in the database of Berlin’s state museums, proof of its importance in Germany’s artistic heritage.
But there is also an element of mystery surrounding the story of Hannes Petersen. Some sources suggest that it was actually a pseudonym used by a woman: Johanna Helene Charlotte Schröder. At a time when female artists struggled to get published, this choice would have allowed the artist to disseminate her work more widely.
Whether this legend is true or not, Hannes Petersen’s cards are an excellent choice for sending your greetings with the nostalgia that befits this time of year! Discover them on Delcampe.net!
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