turnbullephemera: Such a surprise when one opens the “lid” of this card, to reveal a rab
turnbullephemera: Such a surprise when one opens the “lid” of this card, to reveal a rabbit inside. Perhaps the recipient had really hoped for a real live rabbit. This card from 1887 was published in Britain by well-known publisher Marcus Ward & Company, but was lovingly kept by a New Zealand collector. Other Marcus Ward cards can be seen here. Marcus Ward & Company Ltd: With love and best wishes for a happy birthday [Rabbit in a picnic hamper. To] Miss Usher, Blackford Park… from Rebecca with kindest love, Nov 19th 1887 Eph-A-CARDS-McLeod-B-1887-01 -- source link