Collecting Real Photo Postcards of People

Real photo post cards that feature vintage photographs of people are some of the most endearing postcards available to the collector.  These photos often captured people in their finest attire, at great moments in their lives, or just while they were having fun.  These are genuine snapshots of times past.

The other items in these photographs can also be of interest, including buildings, cars, and children's toys, dolls, and teddy bears.

Folk Photography: The American Real Photo Postcard
Postcard examples from 1905 to 1930 depict a self-portrait of the American nation.

 

Real Photo Postcard Guide: The People's Photography A comprehensive look at the history and culture of real photo postcards