Monday, December 17, 2012

"Oncle Hansi"


Isn't this adorable?
I was drawn to these delightful signs in Colmar, France. 
The village is proud of their artist known simply as "Hansi" or "Oncle Hansi" 


These cute designs represent Alsatian folklore
with a sense of humor and delight!


Post cards everywhere...


Here's an old one I found with a drawing of the hotel we stayed in,
Hotel Maison des Tetes,
with Saint Nicolas in front.





And here is my own personal version of a traditional maiden of Alsace....




Passez une bonne journee'.....
Have a good day!  

4 comments:

Sandi @the WhistleStop Cafe said...

Love the signs!
You didn't bring one home for the river house?

A Tale of Two Cities said...

You're speaking French now--I love it! The signs are so, so fun!

Jane said...

Hi Holly, Love following your travels. Please keep in touch with us at Station 27 Hair Salon. We miss you.
Say hi to kids for me.
Merry Christmas,
Jane

Nancy said...

I remember being intrigued by those signs as well!