1933 Chicago World's Fair Illinois Host House Linen Postcard Posted
$ 5.02
Description
1933 Chicago World's Fair Illinois Host House Linen Postcard Posted. 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. Discover a vibrant piece of history with this original 1933 Chicago World's Fair postcard, showcasing the iconic Illinois Host House. This linen postcard features the distinctive architectural style of the Century of Progress Exposition, capturing a bustling scene with fairgoers, vintage automobiles, and even a biplane soaring overhead. The Illinois Host House, a prominent structure at the fair, served as a headquarters for Illinois citizens, offering a glimpse into the futuristic vision celebrated at the exposition. Printed with the popular C.T. Art-Colortone process by Max Rigot Selling Co., Chicago, this postcard exemplifies the bright, textured aesthetic characteristic of linen postcards from the era. The reverse side bears a clear 1933 Chicago World's Fair stamp and postmark, along with a handwritten message, adding to its authentic historical charm. This collectible captures the spirit of innovation and progress that defined one of America's most memorable world's fairs.
