Thursday, October 29, 2020

Mischief

One aspect of the holiday that, if not entirely forgotten, often seems to get lost is the thrill of taking to the streets Halloween night. It’s not just the costumes or the candy grab, either. It’s the possibility that, on this night, other beings really could be roaming out there. With its starry sky, whirling leaves, and gleeful goblins, this card captures the wonder, the freedom—the pure joy—of trick-or-treating.

 

Maker:
Marcel Schurman
Artist: John Altwies
Date: 1989
Original Price: $1.50

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