Antique Postcard 1909 Fat Enough Monet Woman Parasol Opdyke IL DPO Eureka AR

Postal History: The stamp has been removed, but the cancel remains perfectly legible. Features a clear 1909 circular date stamp from Opdyke, IL, a notable DPO (Discontinued Post Office). This is a prime specimen for Illinois postal history collectors.

Social History: Sent from niece in Illinois to aunt in Eureka Springs Arkansas...

Dear Aunt Emma: I was so glad to hear from you, glad you are having such a nice time, hope you will be fat enough to be photographed when you get home. I had a P.C. from Uncle from Roanoke Va. written the 16th. He said he was O.K. but not located yet. I think you and he are getting a long way apart. ha-ha! Love to all three & you. Ida

In 1909, being "fat" was often a sign of good health and prosperity, especially while on vacation!

Scene: "Woman with a Parasol" (1886) by Claude Monet. The front features a classic Edwardian oval cameo framing Monet's impressionist masterpiece, set against a stippled blue background.

Era: Divided Back (1907–1915)
Size: Standard 3.5 x 5.5"
Type: Early Lithograph
Condition: Minor corner rounding and light edge wear consistent with a century of travel. The ink is still sharp and legible. There is no major "foxing" or structural damage.

This is an authentic vintage item. Use the zoom tool to inspect the photos for a detailed view of the condition.