Step back in time with this extraordinary traditional German Advent calendar, featuring a charming snow-covered village and a design that holds a very special place in the history of Christmas traditions.
Made in Germany by Richard Sellmer Verlag, a family-owned company renowned for its beautiful Advent calendars,The Little Town is a particularly treasured design.Originally created in 1946, it is considered the very first Advent calendar produced by Richard Sellmer Verlag, making it a wonderful piece of German Christmas history.
This nostalgic illustration depicts a picturesque European village, with a delightful row of snow-covered houses, quaint little shops, a charming church and softly glowing windows. From the village post office and bakery to the tiny Christmas market stalls, every building is filled with old-world character and beautiful details waiting to be discovered.
What makes this calendar especially wonderful is itsunique panoramic design. Measuring approximately 70 cm wide, the long row of beautifully illustrated buildings can be displayed standing on a mantel or windowsill, or hung on a wall or door, creating a lovely Christmas decoration in its own right.
Each of the 24 numbered windows opens to reveal a delightful little illustration. The hidden pictures are particularly special, offering glimpses into the lives of the villagers and the festive activities taking place inside their homes and shops.
Even more charming,the illustrations on the reverse allow light to shine through the opened windows when the calendar is placed in front of a light source, creating a beautiful, softly glowing village scene.
Delicate silver glitter adds a little Christmas sparkle, while the original 1946 artwork preserves the simple beauty and nostalgia of a Christmas tradition that has been loved for generations.
A truly special piece of German Christmas history to treasure year after year.
Richard Sellmer Verlag has been creating beautiful Advent calendars in Stuttgart, Germany, since 1945. Their traditional paper calendars are loved around the world for their detailed illustrations, charming hidden pictures and timeless appeal.
Unlike modern Advent calendars filled with sweets or gifts, these traditional German calendars celebrate the simple pleasure of opening a little window each day, discovering a surprise and enjoying the anticipation of Christmas morning.
For collectors of traditional Christmas decorations, lovers of nostalgic European artwork, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of old-fashioned Christmas traditions,The Little Town is an especially lovely calendar to add to your collection.
Product Details:
Design: The Little Town
Brand: Richard Sellmer Verlag
Original Design: 1946
Origin: Made in Germany
Style: Historic panoramic Advent calendar
Material: Printed paperboard
Size: Approx. 22 × 70 cm (8.7" × 27.6")
Features: 24 numbered windows with hidden illustrations
Display: Freestanding or wall hanging
Special Features: Historic 1946 design, silver glitter embellishments and translucent reverse illustrations that glow when backlit
Theme: Nostalgic European village and traditional German Christmas
Quantity: One Advent calendar
No chocolate or treats included
PLEASE NOTE:
This is a traditional paper Advent calendar featuring 24 illustrated windows to open throughout December. It does not contain chocolate, sweets or other gifts.
The calendar may be displayed standing or hanging. When placed in front of a suitable light source, the reverse illustrations create a lovely illuminated effect. The calendar itself does not contain lights.
Colours may vary slightly from the photographs due to differences in screen settings.
