Vintage 1911 Postcard: Poinsettia Christmas Flowers Embossed Art Nouveau Gilt

USD 9.99

Condition: Used

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View Vintage 1911 Postcard: Poinsettia Christmas Flowers Embossed Art Nouveau Gilt with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The greeting "To give you Greeting this Christmas" is printed in a bold, gold-gilt gothic typeface. The card is noted asSeries 202 A. May have soiling, minor hairline creases or corner dents. (Following is an AI generated description and history, please examine photos to verify.) This vintage postcard features a stunningly vibrant illustration of two Red Poinsettias , the classic "Christmas Star" floral, rendered with deep crimson hues and detailed green foliage. The artwork is housed within an elegant, Art Nouveau style embossed "scroll" frame that gives the card a sophisticated three-dimensional texture. The greeting "To give you Greeting this Christmas" is printed in a bold, gold-gilt gothic typeface. The reverse side is postmarked December 24, 1911 , and features a 1-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. It contains a fascinating handwritten message in German addressed to Miss Harriet Ulrich. The card is noted as Series 202 A . The publisher's logo—a "C" inside a circle with a center dot—is frequently attributed to Cupples & Leon , a New York-based publishing house active in the early 1900s known for children’s books and high-quality lithographic postcards. The card shows minor corner wear and age-related toning consistent with a 100-plus-year-old document. Please examine photos for a closer look at the embossing and postmark details. About the Logo The "C" in a circle with a center dot is a known mark from the Cupples & Leon Co. out of New York. They were prolific publishers during this era, often importing high-quality lithography from Germany (which explains the German correspondence on the back). Standard size of approximately 3.5" x 5.5". Please Examine Pictures for Condition as they are part of the description. May have soiling, minor hairline creases or corner dents. If you buy it and don't like it, send it back at your expense for a full refund. The item must be returned in the same condition in which it was sent. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.