1904 Alice Roosevelt Portrait Postcard RPPC Pach N.Y. Rotograph Co. B789

$ 20.29

Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Type: Real Photo (RPPC) Postage Condition: Unposted brand: Pach N.Y. / The Rotograph Co. Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Signed: No Unit Quantity: 1 Year Manufactured: 1904 Subject: Portrait Brand/Publisher: Pach N.Y. / The Rotograph Co. Unit of Sale: Single Unit Unit Type: Unit Featured Person: Alice Roosevelt Longworth City: New York City Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) Country: United States Country of Origin: United States Number of Items in Set: 1

Description

1904 Alice Roosevelt Portrait Postcard RPPC Pach N.Y. Rotograph Co. B789. Discover a rare glimpse into early 20th-century American history with this exquisite portrait postcard featuring Miss Alice Roosevelt, the spirited daughter of President Theodore Roosevelt. Captured in 1904 by the renowned Pach N.Y. studio, this striking image showcases Alice in a grand hat and an elaborately detailed dress, seated elegantly in an ornate chair. The quality of the photograph, likely a Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) or a high-grade rotograph, brings forth the intricate textures of her attire and the expressive poise that defined her public persona. This collectible piece was produced by The Rotograph Co. of N.Y. City, a prominent publisher of early postcards, further enhancing its historical significance. The card bears the series number B 789 and the distinct "Rotograph" mark. It offers a fascinating window into the fashion and photographic artistry of the era, making it a valuable addition for collectors of presidential memorabilia, early photography, or vintage portraiture. Its well-preserved state allows for a clear appreciation of the period's aesthetic and a direct connection to a notable figure of the Progressive Era.