A painterly mid-century Tuck card in the spirit of their classic Oilette series — a dramatic swing scene with rich colour and charm. Water-stained but still full of theatrical presence.

This vintage greeting card by Raphael Tuck & Sons Ltd. features a romantic swing scene, a blonde glamour girl in a voluminous blue gown suspended mid-motion, with dark theatrical background and trailing ribbons. Printed in richly textured colour, the style echoes Tuck’s earlier Oilette series, known for its fine art reproductions and chalky pigment effect.

Marked “A Tuck Card” and printed in England under royal warrant, this example likely dates to the 1940’s or early 50’s. It’s a fold-out format, with the interior blank aside from the publisher details.

Please note: this card is visibly damaged, with heavy water staining, discolouration and rippling to the inner fold and reverse. The front artwork remains striking and clear, though with some surface scuffing. A well-loved survivor, not for perfectionists, but still full of mood and visual impact.

Approx 13.8 cm x 8.9 cm [5.4 x 3.5 in] when folded

Water-damaged, with staining, warping, and some paper lifting. Structurally sound and complete. No envelope. Front design largely unaffected.

Use Ideas:

– For collage, framing, or altered book art
– Adds texture and colour to ephemera packs
– Beautiful in a "perfectly imperfect" collection

In the spirit of the Oilette tradition — painterly, timeworn, and still full of life.