Knightwood Oak Postcard, New Forest – Printed in Germany

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Knightwood Oak Postcard, New Forest – Printed in Germany

A quietly majestic depiction of the ancient Knightwood Oak, this early 20th-century postcard captures the enduring grandeur of the New Forest’s most celebrated tree in richly detailed colour lithography.

Measurements: approx. 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches
Dates: unknown
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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Beneath a soft twilight sky, the Knightwood Oak stands resolute, its gnarled, moss-covered limbs stretching across the scene with quiet authority. This evocative image invites the viewer into the tranquillity of the New Forest — a landscape steeped in natural history and centuries-old traditions. The hand-tinted tones lend a warm, painterly quality to the composition, echoing the postcard artistry of a bygone era.

Published by J. O. Stannard, this card bears the hallmark “Printed in Germany,” identifying it as a high-quality pre-WWI lithograph, a detail prized by ephemera collectors. The Knightwood Oak — often dubbed the “Queen of the Forest” — has long been a symbol of England’s enduring woodland heritage, estimated to be over 500 years old and once pollarded for timber. Cards like this served both as souvenirs and subtle symbols of national pride during a period of rapid change.

Preserving this card is more than keeping a souvenir — it’s an act of reverence for Britain’s natural and cultural legacy. Whether you’re a deltiologist, forest historian, or someone drawn to arboreal beauty, this piece offers a tangible connection to the landscape and artistry of Edwardian Britain. Let this silent oak continue telling its story from your collection.

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