Lot of 5 Vintage Christmas Decor Items | 1950s–1980s Holiday Ephemera | Whitman Carols Songbooks, Bill W. Dodge Tray, Nativity Cutout, W. Germany Placemat

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📝 Description

Step back into a nostalgic Christmas past with this lot of 5 vintage holiday collectibles spanning the 1950s through 1980s. Perfect for retro Christmas décor, ephemera collectors, or unique holiday displays!

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🎅 Included in this Lot:

1. Vintage Bill W. Dodge “Stages of Winter” Paper Tray (1981)

• Commissioned by Libby, McNeill & Libby, Inc.

• Artwork by noted American painter Bill W. Dodge

• Features charming Americana winter scenes

• Tray made of sturdy printed paperboard with original back label

2. Vintage Christmas Placemat – Made in West Germany (1950s)

• Brightly colored holiday patchwork pattern on front

• Green candle and star print on back, marked “Made in W. Germany”

• Scalloped edge, mid-century design

• Rare European Christmas décor collectible

3. Whitman Publishing Nativity Cutout (1966)

• Die-cut “Wise Man on Camel” from a vintage press-out book

• Vibrant mid-century illustration style

• Great for framing, crafting, or display

4. Whitman Christmas Carols Songbook (1957)

• “Piano Arrangements with Chord Symbols for Organ and Guitar”

• Illustrated cover of family singing by the piano

• Published by Whitman Publishing, Racine, Wisconsin

• Excellent vintage condition – minimal wear

5. Whitman Christmas Carols Songbook (1957)

• Second edition featuring children singing by the Christmas tree

• Color illustrated, same format with piano and organ chord symbols

• Copyright Western Publishing Co., Racine, WI

• Excellent vintage condition

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🌟 Condition:

All pieces are vintage originals, not reproductions.

Normal age-related wear consistent with items from the 1950s–1980s, overall well-preserved and display beautifully.