Horse and Wagon Rug Salesman with Turkish Carpets Patriotic RPPC c1910
$65.00
Condition: *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and ... Read more about the seller notes *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture ... Read More
Condition: *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and ... Read more about the seller notes *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and click to enlarge. Comes from a smoke free home. Common errors from the scanner vs damage are digital lines (usually grey or pink), cutting off the top of the card/words. Read Less about the seller notes
Original early 1900s real photo postcard (RPPC) featuring a traveling rug salesman standing beside his horse-drawn wagon adorned with Turkish-style carpets and American flags. The man, dressed neatly in a straw boater hat and tie, stands proudly beside his display—two ornate patterned rugs draped to showcase their design and craftsmanship. The wagon, outfitted with high wooden wheels, appears to serve as a mobile sales display, typical of door-to-door or small-town traveling merchants from the early 20th century.The horse, fitted with harness and reins, is beautifully decorated with an American flag and patriotic bunting, suggesting this photo may have been taken during a local parade or fair—a common venue where peddlers, craftspeople, and tradesmen displayed their goods. The large central rug bears a geometric medallion design reminiscent of imported Turkish or Persian rugs, a luxury item that symbolized refinement and worldly taste in turn-of-the-century America.This photograph, printed on CYKO postcard stock, dates from roughly 1904–1918, aligning with the peak era of small-town enterprise and itinerant salesmanship. Cards like this are rarely seen, providing a fascinating glimpse into early American commerce and visual culture.An exceptional occupational image for collectors of early advertising, horse-drawn wagons, itinerant tradesmen, or textile history.Details:Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)Subject: Traveling rug salesman / horse and wagon displayEra: c.1904–1918 (CYKO stamp box, divided back)Theme: Occupational / Advertising / Americana / PatrioticLocation: Unknown, likely rural United StatesCondition: Light toning, minor corner wear, strong detail and contrastSize: 3.5” x 5.5” standard postcard
Original early 1900s real photo postcard (RPPC) featuring a traveling rug salesman standing beside his horse-drawn wagon adorned with Turkish-style carpets and American flags. The man, dressed neatly in a straw boater hat and tie, stands proudly beside his display—two ornate patterned rugs draped to showcase their design and craftsmanship. The wagon, outfitted with high wooden wheels, appears to serve as a mobile sales display, typical of door-to-door or small-town traveling merchants from the early 20th century.The horse, fitted with harness and reins, is beautifully decorated with an American flag and patriotic bunting, suggesting this photo may have been taken during a local parade or fair—a common venue where peddlers, craftspeople, and tradesmen displayed their goods. The large central rug bears a geometric medallion design reminiscent of imported Turkish or Persian rugs, a luxury item that symbolized refinement and worldly taste in turn-of-the-century America.This photograph, printed on CYKO postcard stock, dates from roughly 1904–1918, aligning with the peak era of small-town enterprise and itinerant salesmanship. Cards like this are rarely seen, providing a fascinating glimpse into early American commerce and visual culture.An exceptional occupational image for collectors of early advertising, horse-drawn wagons, itinerant tradesmen, or textile history.Details:Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)Subject: Traveling rug salesman / horse and wagon displayEra: c.1904–1918 (CYKO stamp box, divided back)Theme: Occupational / Advertising / Americana / PatrioticLocation: Unknown, likely rural United StatesCondition: Light toning, minor corner wear, strong detail and contrastSize: 3.5” x 5.5” standard postcard
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