1937 Ocean Beach New London CT Surf Bathing Linen Postcard Curt Teich
$ 5.28
Description
1937 Ocean Beach New London CT Surf Bathing Linen Postcard Curt Teich. The reverse side proudly displays the Curt Teich & Co. 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 charming piece of Connecticut history with this vintage linen postcard, showcasing the lively "Surf Bathing" scene at Ocean Beach in New London. Produced by the renowned Curt Teich & Co. as part of their C.T. Art-Colortone series, this card captures the vibrant atmosphere of a summer day in 1937, as indicated by its production code. The detailed illustration depicts numerous beachgoers enjoying the water and sand, with colorful umbrellas dotting the shore, and a distinctive pavilion structure along with other beachfront buildings and lush trees framing the background. This collectible features the iconic textured surface characteristic of linen postcards, giving it a unique tactile quality and enhancing the vivid colors of the period. The reverse side proudly displays the Curt Teich & Co. Chicago imprint, along with American Art Post Card Co., Boston, Mass., signifying its historical lineage. A handwritten signature, "Evelyn Hazelton," adds a personal touch from a past era, making this more than just a postcard—it's a tangible connection to the leisure and travel of the mid-20th century. Ideal for collectors of Connecticut memorabilia, vintage beach scenes, or Curt Teich productions.
