Decorative Cities

This vintage postcard is a charming example of early 20th-century Art Nouveau design, featuring delicate four-leaf clovers and violet-hued flowers arranged in flowing, asymmetrical composition. Set against a soft gradient background shifting from mauve to lavender, the postcard displays the signature curvilinear lines and organic motifs that define the Art Nouveau movement. The floral elements seem to grow naturally across the card, their slender stems extending into elegant, sinuous tendrils that evoke both motion and grace. The central text area, framed by fluid white lines, bears the German phrase "Herzlichen Glückwunsch" (meaning "Heartfelt Congratulations") in a stylized, gilded script that echoes the decorative typography of the era. The hand-written message below adds a personal, nostalgic touch. With its harmonious balance between nature and design, this postcard beautifully captures the Art Nouveau spirit—where even a simple greeting becomes a work of art.