James A. Garfield Rotograph Postcard - President Portrait B719
$ 10.44
Description
James A. Garfield Rotograph Postcard - President Portrait B719. The portrait itself is subtly signed by C.M. Spinner, adding an artistic touch to this historical artifact. Discover a compelling piece of American history with this vintage Rotograph postcard featuring a distinguished portrait of James A. Garfield, the 20th President of the United States. This striking image captures President Garfield with his iconic beard, presented in a classic sepia-toned photomechanical print. The "ROTOGRAPH" SERIES designation on the front, along with the publisher's mark on the reverse, signifies its origin from The Rotograph Co., a prominent New York City publisher known for its high-quality postcards from the early 20th century. The portrait itself is subtly signed by C.M. Spinner, adding an artistic touch to this historical artifact. This collectible postcard offers a tangible connection to a significant figure in U.S. presidential history. The reverse side features the classic divided back design, with "POST CARD" prominently displayed and a stamp box indicating domestic one-cent and foreign two-cent postage rates, characteristic of postcards issued between 1907 and 1915. The publisher, The Rotograph Co. of New York City, is clearly identified, underscoring the card's authenticity and historical context. This item is a must-have for collectors of presidential memorabilia, historical photographs, or vintage American postcards.
