Michael Lehr Antiques
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May Vernacular Photo History Auction

Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 449

RPPC Man with Cutout Portrait on Train Platform

Estimate: $50 - $100

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Real photo postcard photograph showing a man leaning on the  railing of a train car while holding a cutout portrait of a woman. The man appears to be positioned at the doorway or platform of a railcar, with metal railings and mechanical elements of the train visible behind him. H has his arm around the cutout portrait of the woman.


A circular emblem or signage is mounted on the side of the railcar beneath the platform. The scene suggests a candid or staged moment during travel, possibly involving railway workers or passengers interacting with a pet dog on the train platform.


The front bears the printed text: Circular emblem visible on side of railcar. The reverse reads: Standard divided “POST CARD” format with AZO stamp box. Handwritten inscriptions read: Pencil catalog notation along the lower edge.

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