1910s Forget-Me-Not Floral Postcard-A Happy Birthday-Mrs. Warner-London-Saxony

Description

View 1910s Forget-Me-Not Floral Postcard-A Happy Birthday-Mrs. Warner-London-Saxony with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The bottom left corner reads, "Series 407 BY K.W., LONDON, Printed in Saxony," identifying the publisher and printing location, reflecting the common practice of outsourcing printing to Saxony during this period. This antique postcard, dating from the 1910s, presents a charming floral still life. A brown, subtly swirled vase is filled with an abundant bouquet of blue forget-me-not blossoms intermingled with verdant, fern-like foliage. The phrase "A Happy Birthday to you" is printed in a stylized font, positioned to the right of the vase, adding a personal touch. The overall design evokes the sentimental aesthetic characteristic of the Edwardian era. The verso of the postcard is imprinted with a floral pattern and includes the directive, "POST CARD. The Address to be written on this side," clarifying its intended function for correspondence. A further instruction states, "This side may have a message written upon it for Inland Postage, but the right-hand side must be reserved for address and stamp only." Faint handwriting, including the name "Mrs. Warner" and the location "London," indicates the card was used. The bottom left corner reads, "Series 407 BY K.W., LONDON, Printed in Saxony," identifying the publisher and printing location, reflecting the common practice of outsourcing printing to Saxony during this period. This postcard represents a tangible piece of early 20th-century social history, offering a glimpse into both artistic trends and everyday communication practices. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.

Country of Origin

Germany

Occasion

Birthday

Subject

Flowers

Material

Paper

Type

Printed (Lithograph)

Era

Divided Back (1907-1915)

Postage Condition

Unposted

Brand/Publisher

Raphael Tuck & Sons