Description
Antique 1908 Raphael Tuck Easter Greetings Black Tulips Postcard. Discover a rare piece of early 20th-century ephemera with this exquisite Raphael Tuck & Sons Easter Greetings postcard. The front features a striking botanical illustration of two deep, almost black or dark burgundy tulips with rich green foliage, set against a dark background. The elegant script "Easter Greetings" perfectly complements the artistic design, showcasing the renowned printing quality of Raphael Tuck, a publisher celebrated for their beautiful and collectible postcards. This vintage postcard, part of Series N° E/1163 and printed in Saxony, captures the artistic and thematic essence of Easter celebrations from over a century ago. The reverse side reveals a clear Asheville, NC postmark dated April 16, 1908, along with a New York, N.Y. flag cancellation from April 17, 1908, and a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. Add a touch of historical beauty and floral elegance to your collection with this unique Raphael Tuck masterpiece.