1908 Taft Sherman Election Postcard - Embossed Political Americana-image
1908 Taft Sherman Election Postcard - Embossed Political Americana-image

1908 Taft Sherman Election Postcard - Embossed Political Americana

$ 15.81

Continent: North America Country of Origin: United States Country: United States Number of Items in Set: 1 Postage Condition: Posted Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Featured Person: William H. Taft, James S. Sherman Region: New York City: Bainbridge brand: J. S. OBrien Co. New York Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Material: Cardboard Brand/Publisher: J. S. OBrien Co. New York Unit of Sale: Single Unit Signed: No Type: Printed (Lithograph) Features: Embossed, Political Campaign, Postmarked Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Unit Type: Unit Year Manufactured: 1908 Subject: Politics, Presidential Election, Americana Unit Quantity: 1

Description

1908 Taft Sherman Election Postcard - Embossed Political Americana. This remarkable 1908 election postcard proudly features portraits of William H. Taft for President and James S. Sherman for Vice-President, framed within elegant oval vignettes. Above them, a majestic American eagle with outstretched wings grasps a vibrantly colored Old Glory, symbolizing national pride and leadership. The design is enhanced with intricate embossing, adding a tactile dimension to the patriotic imagery of the eagle, flag, and portrait frames, making it a standout piece of early 20th-century political ephemera. Published by J.S. O'Brien & Co. of New York, this historical artifact captures a pivotal moment in American history, representing the Republican Party's presidential ticket. The card's reverse is postmarked October 13, 1908, from Bainbridge, New York, bearing a one-cent George Washington stamp and handwritten correspondence. This postcard is a fantastic collectible for enthusiasts of presidential history, political campaigns, and American patriotic iconography, showcasing a blend of artistic design and historical significance.

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