Vintage XL German Advent Calendar Classics

These timeless classics date from the first two decades Richard Sellmer began creating these magical, one of a kind Advent Calendars. Exact replicas of his original designs dating from 1946, these calendars make an endearing addition to any holiday household and are a treat for the whole family. Adding to their splendor is their XL format and glittery sparkling finish. HISTORY OF THE ADVENT CALENDAR Advent Calendar Origins Advent calendars typically don’t follow the full 4 week period of Advent. Instead, they begin on December 1 and mark the 24 days leading up to Christmas. Today, most Advent calendars include paper doors that open to reveal an image, Bible verse, or piece of chocolate. The tradition dates to the mid-19th century, when German Protestants made chalk marks on doors or lit candles to count the days leading up to Christmas. The First Printed Advent Calendars Gerhard Lang is widely considered the producer of the first printed Advent calendar in the early 1900s. Around the