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#600TEL 103-3 'Thoreau': 'Nothing Makes The ...Friends At A Distance'

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SKU   Mfg   Issued   Price

11169   HAL   1800   $22.00

Description:

The collectible phone card features a serene landscape that immediately captures the viewer's attention with its soothing pastel hues. Dominating the upper portion of the card is a sky painted in soft shades of lavender and periwinkle, where a few birds are seen gracefully flying, adding a sense of movement and freedom to the scene. The sky transitions seamlessly into a distant horizon that meets the land, evoking the vastness and tranquility of an open countryside. The artistic choice of colors not only enhances the natural beauty but also gives the card a dreamlike quality, inviting reflection and contemplation.

The card prominently displays a poignant quote attributed to Thoreau: "Nothing makes the earth seem so spacious as to have friends at a distance." This inscription is elegantly scripted in a dark, flowing font that contrasts sharply with the gentle coloration of the background. The text is thoughtfully placed in the upper right quadrant of the card, standing out as the central focus without overpowering the scenic artwork. Thoreau's words evoke themes of connection and distance, resonating with the purpose of the phone card: to bridge distances and bring people closer together, even when they're far apart.

Beneath the sky, the landscape element of the card offers a subtle yet rich depiction of fields stretching across the lower half. The fields are rendered in warm tones of golden yellow and muted greens, reminiscent of a sunlit meadow under the broad sky. There is a delicate balance between the land and the sky, highlighted by a soft, horizontal line that mimics the horizon. This understated transition signifies both grounding and expansiveness, reinforcing the card's theme of endless connections.

Overall, the design of the phone card successfully combines visual art and thoughtful typography to create a piece that is not only functional but also emotionally resonant. The calming scene, paired with Thoreau's insightful quote, serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining relationships and the unique beauty of distance in enhancing the depth of human connection. The card is testament to the art of communication, both in the literal sense and through the evocative imagery and words, making it a cherished collectible.

Keywords:
Greeting card, quotes, Thoreau, poets, authors, philosophers, philosophy, art - drawings, birds, clouds, scenic, friendship, friends, calling, 44249, Hallmark (Sprint)
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