Vintage 1908 New Year Postcard with Sailing Ship & Swallows

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This charming vintage postcard from 1908 features a beautifully illustrated sailing ship on a dynamic ocean backdrop, accompanied by two swallows and an ornate coral and shell border. The front bears a poetic New Year greeting in elaborate calligraphy: "Don't wait for your ship to come in; row out and meet it." The card's artistic design reflects early 20th-century postcard styles with a delicate balance of maritime imagery and inspirational text.Printed by the well-known publisher Ernest Nister of London and New York, this original postcard was produced using quality lithographic techniques typical of the era. The reverse side includes handwritten Swedish greetings and an Oak Park postmark dated December 31, 1908, adding historical value and a personal touch to this collectible piece. Its standard size (approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches) makes it ideal for collectors of nautical or vintage holiday postcards.

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HistoricPostcardCompany (4213)

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04/29/2013

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Virginia, United States

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