1909 ONE WOMAN'S WICKEDNESS Devil & Woman Art Postcard David Allen Chronotype

$ 20.29

Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Postage Condition: Posted Number of Items in Set: 1 Region: Yorkshire Material: Cardboard Continent: Europe Signed: No Unit Quantity: 1 Country of Origin: United Kingdom Country: United Kingdom Brand/Publisher: David Allen Sons, Ltd. Chronotype City: Whitby Year Manufactured: 1909 Features: Postmarked Subject: Fantasy brand: David Allen Sons, Ltd. Chronotype Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Unit Type: Unit Unit of Sale: Single Unit Type: Printed (Lithograph)

Description

1909 ONE WOMAN'S WICKEDNESS Devil & Woman Art Postcard David Allen Chronotype. This captivating vintage postcard from 1909 features a striking illustration titled "ONE WOMAN'S WICKEDNESS," depicting a mysterious woman with a devilish figure looming behind her. The dramatic artwork, reminiscent of early theatrical posters or pulp fiction, captures a sense of intrigue and dark allure, making it a unique piece of early 20th-century graphic art. The rich, colorized tones and artistic style reflect the aesthetics of the era, offering a glimpse into popular culture and imagery of the time. Printed by the renowned DAVID ALLEN & SONS, LTD., a prominent publisher from London, Harrow, and Belfast, under their 'CHRONOTYPE' series, this card showcases the quality and artistry of early postcard production. The reverse features a divided back, a standard for postcards of this period, with a handwritten message dated 12.6.09, postmarked JUL 15 09, and addressed to Whitby, Yorkshire, England. This postcard is a fascinating collectible for enthusiasts of vintage art, early 1900s ephemera, and those interested in the history of graphic design and advertising.