Asheville NC Busy Person's Correspondence Card Novelty Linen Postcard

$ 2.51

Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Brand/Publisher: Asheville Post Card Co. / Colourpicture Time Period Manufactured: 1930-1949 Theme: Greetings, Humor, Nature, Travel Country: United States Unit Type: Postcard Postage Condition: Unposted Material: Linen Type: Printed (Lithograph) Original/Licensed Reprint: Original brand: Asheville Post Card Co. / Colourpicture Number of Items in Set: 1 Unit of Sale: Single Unit Signed: No Features: Divided Back City: Asheville Region: North Carolina Era: Linen (1930-1945) Subject: Novelty, Scenic View, Resort, Checkbox Card

Description

Asheville NC Busy Person's Correspondence Card Novelty Linen Postcard. Discover a unique piece of postcard history with this charming Busy Person's Correspondence Card, originating from Asheville, North Carolina. This novelty postcard features a distinctive fill-in-the-blanks format on the upper half, allowing the sender to quickly convey a message by checking options like "SPLENDID TRIP," "THIS RESORT IS QUITE NICE," and "I THINK OF YOU." It's a delightful glimpse into communication methods of a bygone era, perfect for collectors of vintage ephemera and unique stationery. The lower half of the card showcases a beautiful, vibrant landscape scene, characteristic of early 20th-century American scenery postcards. Lush trees and bushes, rendered with a rich palette of greens, oranges, and reds, frame a tranquil body of water, evoking a sense of peaceful natural beauty. This postcard was published by the Asheville Post Card Co. and printed as a 'Colourpicture' publication, indicating a high-quality linen-textured printing technique. The card remains unposted, preserving its original intent as a collectible or a charming piece of historical correspondence.