1913 Hand-Tinted Merry Christmas Postcard– Smiling Child with Socks‎ & Dolls

Original 1913 German-printed Christmas postcard showing a young child smiling in bed beside several dolls and toys, with the caption Merry Xmas! in red along the left margin. The early hand-tinted surface creates a soft pastel effect with fine detailing on the bedding and figures. Reverse is postmarked South Ciacton, Vermont, Dec 22, 1913, with a 1¢ Benjamin Franklin stamp and written message reading: Message: Wishing you a Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year. Yours truly, John. 12/21/13. A charming antique Christmas greeting, representative of early Edwardian-era German chromolithography with vivid colors and sentimental themes. Hub City Recon Vintage & Antique Postcards Bringing history back to life, one card at a time. All postcards listed are sourced from estate collections, antique dealers, and private albums. Each is individually inspected for condition and authenticity. No reproductions unless stated. Condition: Please review all photos. Any age toning, corner wear, creases, writing, album impressions, or postmarks will be shown. Vintage postcards often show natural aging consistent with handling and mailing. If you have any questions or would like additional photos, please don't hesitate to ask. Handling Time: 1-2 business days. Thank you for supporting small businesses and preserving the history of vintage paper. Hub City Recon