1900s Royal Armory Madrid Postcard Philip II Sebastian I Armor Hauser Menet
$ 5.28
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1900s Royal Armory Madrid Postcard Philip II Sebastian I Armor Hauser Menet. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This captivating vintage postcard showcases two magnificent suits of armor, meticulously depicted from the esteemed Royal Armory Collection in Madrid, Spain. The central image features the "Arneses de Felipe II" (Armor of Philip II of Spain) from approximately 1550, alongside the armor of Sebastian I of Portugal. This historical illustration offers a glimpse into the intricate craftsmanship and formidable design of 16th-century European royal battle attire. Published by Hauser y Menet in Madrid as part of their Series II, Card 3, this piece is a testament to the detailed lithographic printing techniques of the early 20th century. The postcard's design reflects the era's appreciation for historical artifacts, making it a significant collectible for enthusiasts of Spanish history, European royalty, and military art. The reverse clearly identifies it as a "Tarjeta Postal" from Spain, produced under the Universal Postal Union.
