c.1890 Geo E. Hayden Costumer Boston Mass. Theatrical Goods Engraved Letterhead

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Description

This original c.1890 letterhead from George E. Hayden, Theatrical Costumer, Boston, Massachusetts, features a detailed engraved vignette of a costumed figure within a theatrical setting. The letter, written on the company’s stationery, is a personal note from “Frank” to his father mentioning Thanksgiving Day, Western Fever, and his desire to reach Longmont, Colorado. The piece offers a glimpse into late 19th-century life and travel ambitions, combined with ornate advertising for Hayden’s costuming business, which supplied theatrical goods, society regalia, lodge paraphernalia, banners, and badges. The sheet measures approximately 9.5″ by 6″ and is written in ink on one side, with address notation on the reverse.

– Date: c.1890
– Business: Geo. E. Hayden, Costumer
– Location: Boston, Massachusetts
– Size: Approx. 9.5″ x 6″
– Medium: Printed letterhead with handwritten text
– Content: Personal letter referencing travel westward
– Visuals: Engraved theatrical advertisement

Condition

This letterhead is in very good condition. It has been folded in thirds. It has some light toning and a couple small separations at the ends of the fold creases. Please review the included photos of the actual item to make a complete determination of its condition.

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