F. Opper Cartoon Postcard 1905 \"Smoke Up\" Humorous Cigar Man, Phila PA 1906 For Sale

$F. Opper Cartoon Postcard 1905 \$

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F. Opper Cartoon Postcard 1905 \"Smoke Up\" Humorous Cigar Man, Phila PA 1906:
$19.97

Discover a fascinating piece of early 20th-century humor with this vintage postcard, copyrighted 1905 and featuring the distinctive artistry of F. Opper, a renowned cartoonist. The front presents a vivid caricature of a wide-eyed gentleman enthusiastically puffing on a cigar, with stylized smoke swirling around him and the playful caption \"Smoke Up!\". This illustration captures the whimsical and often exaggerated style popular in the era\'s comic art.Published by Mutual Book Co. of Boston and Souvenir Post Card Co. of New York, this card represents an early example of illustrated postcards from a significant period in postcard history. The reverse of the card bears a clear Philadelphia, Pennsylvania postmark dated August 6, 1906, and a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp, confirming its historical use and adding to its collectible appeal. The address is handwritten to Coatesville, PA, offering a glimpse into early American postal communication. This unique item is a must-have for collectors of vintage postcards, early cartoons, or F. Opper\'s works.