William H. Taft 27th U.S. President 1909 Photogravure Postcard Ullman Mfg. Co.
$ 10.44
Description
William H. Taft 27th U.S. President 1909 Photogravure Postcard Ullman Mfg. Co.. Discover a piece of American history with this compelling photogravure postcard featuring Hon. William H. Taft, the 27th President of the United States. This historical card commemorates his inauguration on March 4, 1909, and was copyrighted in 1908 by Harris & Ewing, a renowned photographic studio. The sepia-toned portrait captures Taft's distinguished presence, making it a significant collectible for enthusiasts of presidential memorabilia and early 20th-century political history. Published by The Ullman Manufacturing Co. of New York, this American Post Card is explicitly identified as a "Photogravure," a high-quality printing technique known for its rich tonal range and detail, popular during the era. The reverse side features a classic divided back design, typical of postcards issued after 1907, with designated spaces for correspondence and address, and indications for domestic (one cent) and foreign (two cents) postage. The card includes extensive biographical information about Taft, detailing his birth, education at Yale, legal career, and path to the presidency, offering valuable insight into his remarkable life and political journey.
