Raphael Tuck Oilette Easter Greetings Postcard Girl Chicks M. Bowley 1913
$ 13.3
Description
Raphael Tuck Oilette Easter Greetings Postcard Girl Chicks M. Bowley 1913. This heartwarming scene captures the essence of spring and renewal, surrounded by a graceful border of blue ribbons and delicate white bellflowers, and wishing "EASTER GREETINGS" alongside a poetic verse. Discover a charming piece of early 20th-century ephemera with this delightful Raphael Tuck & Sons "Oilette" postcard, series E3658. The front features an endearing illustration by M. Bowley, depicting a sweet young girl with golden curls and a bonnet, gently cradling a broken eggshell from which several fluffy chicks are emerging. This heartwarming scene captures the essence of spring and renewal, surrounded by a graceful border of blue ribbons and delicate white bellflowers, and wishing "EASTER GREETINGS" alongside a poetic verse. This postcard is a testament to the artistry and quality of Raphael Tuck & Sons, renowned "Art Publishers to Their Majesties The King & Queen." The "Oilette" series was celebrated for its rich colors and painterly quality, designed to resemble miniature oil paintings. The reverse proudly notes its origin, "Printed in England," and includes a 1-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring George Washington, postmarked April 1913 from Justus. This collectible item is perfect for enthusiasts of vintage Easter memorabilia, M. Bowley's charming illustrations, or Raphael Tuck postcards.
