1908 New Year Postcard Pansies Horseshoe Cottage Portland OR Postmark Embossed
$ 5.02
Description
1908 New Year Postcard Pansies Horseshoe Cottage Portland OR Postmark Embossed. A white dove in flight, another emblem of peace and new beginnings, completes this idyllic scene. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This charming vintage postcard extends a heartfelt "A HAPPY NEW-YEAR" wish, beautifully rendered with intricate details. The central image features a rustic cottage nestled in a serene landscape, framed by a vibrant red horseshoe, a universal symbol of good luck. Surrounding this focal point is an exquisite arrangement of delicate purple pansies, intertwined with lucky four-leaf clovers and a graceful blue ribbon bow. A white dove in flight, another emblem of peace and new beginnings, completes this idyllic scene. The postcard showcases fine chromolithography, capturing soft hues and detailed artistry typical of the early 20th century. The tactile experience is enhanced by subtle embossing, which gives a raised texture to the pansies and other decorative elements, adding depth and a premium feel to the card. This piece serves as a delightful example of early 20th-century greeting card design, blending natural beauty with symbols of fortune and goodwill, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of holiday or floral themed ephemera.
