1957 Sphinx Caricature of Franklin D. Roosevelt

Step into a moment of political humor and history with this fascinating vintage postcard from the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. It captures the unforgettable “Oddities Room,” where the famous Sphinx caricature of F.D.R. stands proudly—an 8-foot-tall papier-mâché creation blending presidential power with playful satire. You can almost imagine the laughter from the 1938 Gridiron Club dinner where this whimsical tribute first appeared, making this card a delightful glimpse into Roosevelt’s personality and legacy.

The centerpiece of the image is the Sphinx sculpture, portraying President Roosevelt with his unmistakable glasses, strong chin, and trademark cigarette holder. Created by political cartoonists in December 1938, the sculpture symbolized FDR’s “mysterious” silence regarding a possible third-term candidacy. Roosevelt reportedly enjoyed the caricature so much that he requested it for display at his presidential library in Hyde Park, New York. The postcard also shows other unique objects in the room, including a totem pole, ceremonial items, and framed memorabilia, reflecting the eclectic gifts and artifacts housed there.

This Curteichcolor 3-D Natural Color Reproduction postcard was distributed by Kingston Candy Co., Kingston, N.Y., from the Roosevelt Library and Museum in Hyde Park, N.Y. With its chrome finish and mid-century design, it is a wonderful collectible for presidential history enthusiasts, political memorabilia collectors, and postcard lovers alike.

This postcard would look great framed, make a wonderful hostess gift, or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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