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May Vernacular Photo History Auction

Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  2026-05-06 11:00:00 2026-05-06 11:00:00 America/New_York Michael Lehr Michael Lehr : May Vernacular Photo History Auction https://auction.michaellehrantiques.com/auctions/michael-lehr-antiques/may-vernacular-photo-history-auction-22757
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Lot 424

RPPC Heavyset Woman Reclining Portrait

Estimate: $50 - $100
Starting Bid
$25

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Real photo postcard studio portrait showing a heavyset woman reclining on a chair or padded studio seat. The photograph appears to be a posed publicity or novelty portrait emphasizing body size.


The subject sits angled slightly toward the camera wearing a light blouse and long dark skirt. One arm rests along the chair while the other lies across her lap. The setting includes a studio floor and a neutral background with soft shadows behind the figure. Clothing folds and draped fabric across the skirt create texture across the lower half of the composition. The pose is relaxed rather than formal, suggesting a staged novelty portrait rather than a traditional studio sitting.


The reverse reads: “POST CARD” with divided back and stamp box.

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