Capture the whimsical charm of early 20th-century holidays with this authentic, deeply embossed antique Thanksgiving postcard. The front features a vibrant, highly detailed illustration titled "Thanksgiving Joys," showcasing a charming child dressed in a white Pierrot clown costume playfully hugging a large Tom Turkey. A richly colored harvest cornucopia overflowing with a pumpkin, wheat, and seasonal fruits accents the right side.
The reverse features a handwritten family message dated November 29, 1911, capturing a sweet historical snapshot of Thanksgiving traditions of the era. Complete with a green 1-cent George Washington stamp and a clear Vermont postmark, this postcard is a perfect addition for ephemera collectors, holiday enthusiasts, or unique vintage autumn decor.
📌 ITEM DETAILS:
Condition Grade: Good / Very Good Vintage Condition Condition Notes: Displays beautiful, deep embossing with robust original color. Shows typical light structural wear expected of an authentic 100+ year old piece, including minor edge wear, tiny corner bumps, faint natural aging/creasing near the left-hand border, and handwritten ink on the reverse side. Publisher: Series No. M 132 Artist: J. Herman Item Type: Antique Postcard (Original Lithograph) Theme: Thanksgiving Holiday, Pierrot Clown / Harlequin Child, Tom Turkey, Cornucopia & Harvest Fruits Dimensions: Standard Golden Age Size (Approx. 3.5" x 5.5") Era: Divided Back Era (1907–1915) Postmarked: West Burke, VT — Nov 29, 1911 Stamp:Original Green 1-Cent George Washington U.S. Postage Stamp
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