Hand Tinted Halloween Girl Pumpkin Man JOL Broom Real Photo Postcard

Halloween, as depicted on this postcard, reflects the transformation of ancient Celtic harvest festivals and Christian observances into a widespread secular holiday in late 19th and early 20th century America. During this period, the holiday shifted from primarily superstitious and folkloric rituals to family-friendly celebrations. Symbols like the jack-o'-lantern, originating from Irish folklore, became central decorative elements, often carved from pumpkins as they became readily available in North America.