Halloween Postcard, 1913
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By the late 1800s, a distinct blend of Halloween customs had emerged in the United States. The holiday was mostly an innocent celebration of mystery and fun into the 20th century, though traditions often reflected Halloween's supernatural origins. This colorful, spooky greeting postcard from 1913 alludes to olden customs and beliefs about the spiritual world.
By the late 1800s, a distinct blend of Halloween customs had emerged in the United States. The holiday was mostly an innocent celebration of mystery and fun into the 20th century, though traditions often reflected Halloween's supernatural origins. This colorful, spooky greeting postcard from 1913 alludes to olden customs and beliefs about the spiritual world.
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
1913
Subject Date
1913
Creators
Schmucker, Samuel Lorne, 1879-1921
Place of Creation
United States, New York, Stapleton
Creator Notes
Artwork by Samuel L. Schmucker. Designed by John O. Winsch, Stapleton, New York. Printed in Germany.
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2009.143.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Embossing (Technique)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Length: 5.5 in
Width: 3.5 in
Inscriptions
Printed on front at bottom: DESIGN COPYRIGHTED, JOHN WINSCH, 1913
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