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This is a vintage Raphael Tuck & Sons "Oilette" Regd. Humorous Postcard, series number 9321, featuring the charming and whimsical theme of chickens enjoying "Breakfast in Bed." The postcard, an example of early 20th-century humor, depicts two roosters in bed with a tray of breakfast, accompanied by the humorous sign "BREAKFAST IN BED CHARGED EXTRA." This piece of ephemera captures a unique moment in history, showcasing the artistic style of Sig. Ellam and the quality associated with Tuck's Post Cards.Published by Appointment to Their Majesties The King & Queen, this postcard is a genuine artifact from the era. The back clearly indicates it was "Printed in England" and bears a postmark from Maysville, MO, dated August 26, 1907, addressed to Stratford, Texas. This listing includes the single vintage postcard as pictured, a delightful addition for collectors of antique postcards, chicken-themed memorabilia, or historical ephemera. The detailed design and historical markings make it a unique collectible.Verified Specifications:
Brand/Maker: Raphael Tuck & Sons / Tuck's Post Card
Item Type: Postcard
Era/Style: Vintage, Humorous, Early 20th Century
Material: Cardstock
Theme: Chickens, Breakfast in Bed
Artist: Sig. Ellam
Series Number: 9321
Features: "Oilette" finish, "By Appointment" Royal Warrant
Included Components: Single Postcard
Country of Origin: England
Postmark Date: August 26, 1907
