Racial Caricature Postcards, 1900-1930
Scope and Contents
Set of 22 racist postcards. Features include large lips and big eyes. Images also include depictions of African Americans stealing goods. Other cards include cartooned drawings of African Americans in flouncy clothing.
Dates
- Creation: 1900-1930
Conditions Governing Access:
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Extent
From the Collection: 4 Linear Feet
Language
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Acc.2012.184
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository