Up for sale is a beautiful, 100% original Victorian-era 3D mechanical chromolithograph calendar from 1909. This stunning piece features an embossed ocean liner / steamship bursting with vibrant red and pink roses, flanked by two American flags with bright gold metallic gilded accents. It is unmarked with no visible logos or maker's marks, adding to its classic turn-of-the-century charm. Provenance: The reverse side features an authentic, charming turn-of-the-century handwritten pencil inscription that reads: "Frank Anderson From Your Uncle J A" Display Options & Mechanics: - 3D Pop-Out Design: Fully intact and functional! Original cardboard spacer blocks on the back securely lift the ship away from the backing board for a beautiful three-dimensional depth effect. - Dual-Display Capability: Highly versatile! Features the original delicate hanging string loop at the top for wall display, AND a fold-out cardboard easel flap on the reverse side so you can easily set it up on a desk or table without using the string. Calendar Pad: 100% COMPLETE! Features the original embossed cover shield and all 12 monthly pages underneath (January–December 1909). Pages are crisp; the December header is partially tucked into the fold from manufacturing, which is standard for this design. Dimensions: - Main Calendar Board: 14 inches wide x 9-1/2 inches tall - Calendar Pad: 3 inches wide x 1-3/4 inches tall Condition Notes: Shows age-appropriate wear, including visible tears and stress fractures on both the upper left and upper right corners of the white embossed backing border (please see close-up photos). There is a tiny tear/separation at the top point of the flagpole die-cut, and a horizontal crease line across the center of the main gilded mast structure. The top-left petal of the main foreground rose shows minor splitting/separation. No major staining; colors remain incredibly vivid and the internal calendar pad remains complete and crisp. Shipping: Ships extremely securely packaged flat between multiple layers of thick, rigid cardboard to guarantee no bending, crushing, or further edge wear during transit. Perfect for collectors of maritime ephemera, patriotic Americana, or turn-of-the-century decor!