1907 Raphael Tuck
1907 Raphael Tuck

1907 Raphael Tuck "18-Carrot" Valentine Postcard E. Curtis Topeka KS 1912

$ 7.07

Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 brand: Raphael Tuck Sons Brand/Publisher: Raphael Tuck Sons Artist: E. Curtis Country of Origin: United States Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Subject: Humor, Children, Valentine, Carrots Features: Handwritten Message, Postmarked Type: Printed (Lithograph) City: Topeka Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Continent: North America Unit of Sale: Single Unit Region: Kansas Unit Quantity: 1 Signed: No Number of Items in Set: 1 Postage Condition: Posted Unit Type: Unit Year Manufactured: 1907 Material: Cardboard Country: United States

Description

1907 Raphael Tuck "18-Carrot" Valentine Postcard E. Curtis Topeka KS 1912. This charming antique postcard, copyrighted in 1907 by the esteemed Raphael Tuck & Sons, features a delightful illustration by E. Curtis. The whimsical image depicts a young child, likely a girl, playfully standing behind an oversized carrot, with the humorous caption, "Dear love, I would like to put an 18- on your finger." This clever wordplay suggests an 18-carat ring, making it a perfect vintage token of affection or a unique addition to any collection of humorous or Valentine-themed ephemera. The postcard is a vibrant example of early 20th-century lithography, showcasing the quality and artistry for which Raphael Tuck & Sons were renowned. It bears a clear U.S. postage stamp and a legible postmark dated March 4, 1912, indicating it was sent to Miss Grace Wallace in Topeka, Kansas. The reverse side includes a handwritten message and identifies the postcard as part of Tuck's Post Cards, Series No. 2, "The Garden Patch" and "Valentine Post Cards Series No. 2." This piece offers a fascinating glimpse into early 20th-century communication and the popular culture of the era.

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