Vintage 1900s Fourth of July Greeting Card with Firecracker Die-Cut
Text on Card
Ye Fourth of July Washington gets in ye haughty british General's rear.
Description
Fourth of July patriotism bursts forth in this charming Edwardian-era greeting card, anchored by a striking three-dimensional firecracker die-cut as the central focal point. The large crimson cylinder dominates the composition, flanked by whimsical patriotic characters dressed in colonial attire and military uniforms. The left figure sports a bicorne hat and elaborate period costume, while the right depicts a playful character amidst clouds and smoke effects. The caption reads 'Washington gets in ye haughty british General's rear,' employing early 20th-century humor referencing Revolutionary War themes. The red border frame emphasizes patriotic fervor, while the pastoral backgrounds and decorative elements showcase the skilled craftsmanship typical of premium greeting cards from this period.
Subjects
firecracker, George Washington, colonial soldiers, Revolutionary War, patriotic characters, smoke effects
Printing Notes
Die-cut dimensional firecracker element; hand-colored chromolithograph with embossed details. Publisher mark visible at bottom.
