International Art Publishing Co. Easter Postcard, Church Scene, 1910s

This postcard, published by International Art Publishing Co., features a charming Easter scene with a picturesque church nestled among blooming trees. The foreground is adorned with a bouquet of white flowers, symbolizing purity and renewal. The greeting "A Happy Easter" is elegantly scripted, accompanied by a poetic wish for joy and blessings. This is a divided back postcard, typical of the era from 1907 to 1915.

The reverse side of the postcard is postmarked and addressed to Miss Bertha Neugebauer in Wessington, South Dakota. The postmark is from 1910, and a green one-cent U.S. postage stamp is affixed. The card includes a handwritten message: "Dear Bertha, I will write just as soon as I have time but of course we are often going to a school already. We need some more. All are well here. Love to all."

This postcard documents early 20th-century Easter greetings and the social custom of sending holiday postcards. The imagery and message reflect the cultural and religious significance of Easter during this period. Surviving examples like this provide valuable insights into communication patterns and artistic styles of the time.