Monday, October 12, 2020

The Chapel of Dr. Caligari

This might be the world’s first German Expressionist Halloween card.
Have a good scare!

It’s a fairly effective pop-up, if simple. On the other hand, the fact that the card only opens halfway is a little disconcerting. Maybe that's intentional. I’m not sure.

A single bat on the back, plus some weirdness.

Maker: Hallmark
Date: Unknown
Original Price: $2.00
Comments: The mood is right, but several things about this card are “off,” as if it wanted more time on the drawing board.

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