Post Mortem Young Woman Casket Funeral 1900s Real Photo Postcard

Post-mortem photography was a widespread practice from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries, offering families a final, tangible remembrance of deceased loved ones, especially during a period of high infant and child mortality rates. These photographs often represented the only image ever taken of the individual, providing a cherished keepsake to aid in the grieving process. The presentation of the child in a casket reflects the common funerary customs of the era, where wakes and viewings often took place in the family home.