1909 RPPC Sunset Hill Cemetery Clinton NY Entrance Arch Real Photo Postcard
$ 10.56
Description
1909 RPPC Sunset Hill Cemetery Clinton NY Entrance Arch Real Photo Postcard. Step back in time with this rare real photo postcard (RPPC) depicting the historic Sunset Hill Cemetery in Clinton, New York. The captivating image showcases the grand entrance archway, prominently displaying "SUNSET HILL" in elegant script, flanked by sturdy stone pillars and an intricate iron fence. A winding path leads into the serene cemetery grounds, with a distinctive building visible amidst the trees in the background, offering a glimpse into early 20th-century American landscape and architectural aesthetics. This early 1900s collectible provides a valuable visual record of local history and cemetery architecture. The photographic quality captures the detail and atmosphere of the scene, reflecting a common practice of documenting significant local landmarks during the era. The postcard features a clear Clinton, NY postmark from January 4, 1909, adding a precise historical timestamp to its provenance. It was addressed to Remsen, N.Y., further rooting it in the regional history of upstate New York. This piece is a significant find for collectors of New York state memorabilia, cemetery history, or early 20th-century photographic postcards.
