"Hallowe'en" Postcard, 1907-1908
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Artifact Overview
Halloween's superstitious origins gave way to a national celebration of mystery and innocent fun in 20th-century America. Seasonal greeting cards commonly exchanged by friends and neighbors during Halloween reflected a distinctly American blend of olden customs and modern life. This colorful example cleverly combines traditional symbols with a contemporary watermelon "automobile" - complete with a hand crank stem!
Artifact Details
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
1907-1908
Subject Date
1907-1908
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2006.36.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Dimensions
Height: 3.625 in
Width: 5.5 in
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