1908 J.M. Shafer Edwardian Woman Toast Poem Art Postcard Illusman Mfg.
$ 10.55
Description
1908 J.M. Shafer Edwardian Woman Toast Poem Art Postcard Illusman Mfg.. The design showcases a beautiful woman in profile, adorned with an elegant updo and a choker necklace, embodying the sophisticated aesthetics of the early 20th century. This exquisite Edwardian-era postcard, copyrighted 1908 by Illusman Mfg. Co. N. Y., features a captivating illustration by the renowned artist J. M. Shafer. The design showcases a beautiful woman in profile, adorned with an elegant updo and a choker necklace, embodying the sophisticated aesthetics of the early 20th century. The card is framed with an ornate border and a decorative initial 'H', complementing the heartfelt toast: "HERE'S TO THE GIRL I LOVE, AND HERE'S TO THE GIRL WHO LOVES ME, AND HERE'S TO ALL THOSE WHO LOVE HER WHOM I LOVE AND ALL THOSE WHO LOVE HER WHO LOVES ME." This collectible piece is a testament to the popular sentimental art of the period, likely produced using chromolithography, evident in its vibrant colors and fine detail. The reverse features a classic divided back design with a "PLACE STAMP HERE" box indicating domestic one-cent and foreign two-cent postage rates, characteristic of postcards issued after 1907. Bearing the catalog number "587", this unposted card offers a glimpse into the romantic expressions and artistic styles cherished over a century ago.
