Halloween postcards from the 1910s are delightful images of early 20th-century holiday aesthetics, combining vintage charm with playful imagery. These postcards often featured common Halloween symbols like pumpkins, black cats, witches, and bats but with a friendly, nostalgic twist. Unlike the scarier themes of later Halloween imagery, the 1910s style emphasized whimsy and mystery.
Many postcards from this era include fortune-telling themes, referencing Halloween's association with romance and mystery. People might be shown using mirrors, candles, or other devices to see into the future or attract love.
In these postcards, witches are often depicted with pointed hats and brooms but have a gentler, almost humorous look. They are frequently seen stirring cauldrons or flying across the moon. Pumpkins often have happy, mischievous faces and are typically shown as decorative elements rather than spooky characters. Cats appear as cute or cheeky sidekicks to the witches, rather than ominous symbols, often shown as playful or curious companions.
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