Description: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE This beautiful Pond Creature and Fiary postcard is signed by Ida Outhwaite. It features stunning imagery from the, Elves & Fairies Outhwaite series # 76. The postcard depicts three children standing on what looks like some kind of octopus/plant creature, along with four goblins, all enjoying an exciting ride. Flying Fish have replaced stallions of the sea Ida Rentoul Outhwaite, an Australian, also went by Ida Sherbourne Rentoul and Ida Sherbourne Outhwaite, (9 June 1888 – 25 June 1960). She has an outstanding reputation as one of the top illustrators of children's books. Her work mostly depicts magical creatures, such as elves, fairies and goblins. She is cherished to this day in her native Australia and around the world. The postcard is part of the Enchanted Forest franchise, and is an original printed lithograph basically, from the Inter-War Outhwaite era (1918-1939). The postcard is in Very Good condition. It has been well-preserved. The card only has a few minor corner bumps. It is unposted and comes with the picture mating as an option to album storage. The postcard measures the standard size of 3 1/2” x 5 1/2”, and comes mounted (without adhesive) and matted using museum grade archival acid-free materials, that will fit a 8" x 10" frame. It is a perfect addition to any collection of postcards, especially for those who love art, animals, nautical and seascape themes, as well as fantasy and fairy tales. This postcard is a great way to remember the magic of elves and fairies, and is sure to bring a smile to anyone's face. Who wouldn’t want an Ida Outhwaite original? This postcard is in excellent condition, near mint. The colors have remained rich and vibrant. It is considered an antique, which means it is over 100 years in age. I’m selling this beauty AS SEEN WITH NO RETURNS. I have attached clear photos so you can take your time and evaluate the postcards condition, both front and back. Should you purchase the keepsake, It will be shipped USPS, first class, ASAP. It will be enclosed in a durable, hard plastic protector, and place placed inside a durable envelope. Sorry, I do not ship outside the USA. Should you have any questions, please drop me a line through eBay messaging. Thank you, Dan Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE
Price: 38.5 USD
Location: Carmichael, California
End Time: 2025-01-26T01:05:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.63 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Number of Items in Set: 1
Artist: I.R.& G. Outhwaite
Signed By: Ida Outhwaite
Occasion: Fairy Tales
Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)
Year Manufactured: 1929
Personalize: No
Unit Type: Unit
Features: Divided Back, Embossed
Unit Quantity: One
Postage Condition: Unposted
Featured Person: Sister Fairy or Witch
Character: Sister Fairy or Witch
Signed: Yes
Material: Cardboard, Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Franchise: I.R.& G. Outhwaite
Brand/Publisher: A.& C. Black Ltd., London, UK
Subject: Fairy's
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Era: Divided Back (1907-1915)
Theme: Amusement Parks, Animation, Art, Caricature, Comics, Events, Exhibitions, Fairy Tales, Fantasy, Fashion, Flowers & Plants, Glamor, Greetings, Holiday, Humor, Landscapes, Music, Novelty, People, Post, Roadside America, Seasons, Toys & Games, Travel
Time Period Manufactured: 1920-1929
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
