Vintage Leap Year Postcard Wall Art Children Proposal Rochester NY 1910

$ 5.27

Unit of Sale: Single Unit Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Continent: North America Unit Quantity: 1 Features: Hand-colored, Divided Back Signed: Yes Subject: Children, Leap Year, Humor, Proposal Brand/Publisher: T.P.C. N.Y. Postage Condition: Posted Type: Printed (Lithograph) Artist: Wall Country of Origin: United States Unit Type: Unit Region: New York City: Rochester Number of Items in Set: 1 Year Manufactured: 1910 Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Country: United States Material: Cardboard brand: T.P.C. N.Y.

Description

Vintage Leap Year Postcard Wall Art Children Proposal Rochester NY 1910. This charming vintage postcard captures a whimsical Leap Year proposal scene, featuring two adorable children in a classic turn-of-the-century illustration style. The young boy, dressed in blue overalls and a pink shirt, stands with hands in pockets, while the girl, in a purple dress and bows, gazes up at him with an expressive look. Above them, a heart declares "Leap Year," complemented by the playful caption, "Don't think me bold, but it's Leap Year, you know." The artwork is signed by "Wall" and was published by T.P.C. N.Y., known for their early 20th-century postcard designs. The card exhibits the characteristic printing techniques of the era, likely a chromolithograph with hand-coloring accents, giving it a soft, nostalgic appeal. This collectible piece offers a delightful glimpse into historical social customs and expressions of affection surrounding the Leap Year tradition, making it a unique addition for collectors of antique ephemera, children's illustrations, or New York state history.