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John I. Monroe collection of fantasy postcards

 Collection
Identifier: Modern-MS-Monroe Fantasy

Abstract

Collection of over 500 altered-image postcards showing cities and towns "in the future". Photographs are modified to include blimps, airplanes, balloons, monorail systems, and other kinds of transportation devices. Other categories of the fantasy postcards include images of "rippling buildings" and postcards depicting the end of the world (a response to the panic of the 1910 appearance of Haley's Comet). A flash drive with an inventory of the collection and images of the fronts of postcards is included. Filed with these are an additional 85 postcards about or featuring postcards.

Dates

  • Creation: 1902-1931
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1908 - 1910

Creator

Language

Materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

This material is unprocessed and is available by appointment only. Please contact reference@newberry.org at least 5 business days in advance to request an appointment.

Extent

0.6 Linear Feet (1 box)

Location

2 39 Above cabinet 4

Title
John I. Monroe collection of fantasy postcards, 1902-1931, bulk 1908-1910
Status
Unprocessed
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository

Contact:
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Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
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