Estate Auction: Matchbooks, Postcards, Ephemera, Cast Iron & Collectibles
Fri, May 8, 2026 06:00PM EDT - Tue, May 26, 2026 08:00PM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 70
Fred Ellis "Nuf Sed" Postcard with Skull and Devils, 1899
Sold for
$30
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $1 |
| $24 | $2 |
| $100 | $5 |
| $150 | $10 |
| $5,000 | $25 |
| $10,000 | $100 |
This postcard features a macabre illustration by Fred Ellis, dated '99. The artwork depicts a skull with two devilish figures above it, and two crossed cigarettes below. The text reads "Nuf Sed". The reverse side is a standard postcard layout with a message and address, postmarked April 5, 1909, in Kansas.
Condition
The postcard is in good condition for its age, with some minor discoloration and edge wear consistent with its historical nature. The artwork is clear and legible, and the postmark is distinct.
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