1906 Valentine Postcard Dutch Girl "I Ask You Luv Me Ya!" Raphael Tuck & Sons

$ 15.8

Country: United States Unit Quantity: 1 Type: Printed (Lithograph) Subject: Valentines Day Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Postage Condition: Posted Brand/Publisher: Raphael Tuck Sons Co. Ltd. N.Y. Country of Origin: United States Artist: Curtis brand: Raphael Tuck Sons Co. Ltd. N.Y. Year Manufactured: 1902 Signed: No Era: Divided Back Features: Postmark Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit Type: Unit Number of Items in Set: 1 Region: Nebraska City: Colon Unit of Sale: Single Unit

Description

1906 Valentine Postcard Dutch Girl "I Ask You Luv Me Ya!" Raphael Tuck & Sons. Alongside "To My Valentine," evoke a sense of endearing affection characteristic of the era. Discover a charming piece of early 20th-century sentiment with this delightful Valentine's Day postcard, originally published by the renowned Raphael Tuck & Sons. The front features a vibrant illustration of a rosy-cheeked young girl, possibly in traditional Dutch or Northern European folk attire, complete with a white bonnet, embroidered vest, and flowing skirt. Her innocent gaze and the quaint message, "I Ask You Luv Me Ya!" alongside "To My Valentine," evoke a sense of endearing affection characteristic of the era. This collectible postcard showcases the meticulous artistry and printing quality for which Raphael Tuck & Sons were celebrated. The design is framed by a simulated wooden border with corner accents, adding to its rustic appeal. As a testament to its historical journey, the reverse side reveals a clear postmark from Colon, Nebraska, dated February 13, 1906, just in time for Valentine's Day. The presence of a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp further situates this piece within the early days of postcard communication, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of vintage ephemera, Valentine's Day memorabilia, or historical postcards.