Chicago Public Library Millions of Books Linen Postcard Curt Teich 1943

$ 5.02

Subject: Library Postage Condition: Unposted Country: United States Country of Origin: United States Continent: North America City: Chicago Region: Illinois Theme: Cities Towns Era: Chrome (1939-Present)

Description

Chicago Public Library Millions of Books Linen Postcard Curt Teich 1943. The reverse side confirms its authenticity as a "Genuine Curt Teich-Chicago" product, distributed by Aero Distributing Co., Inc. of Chicago. This delightful scene captures the spirit of knowledge and the vast literary resources available in the Windy City. 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 Chicago's history with this vintage linen postcard, featuring a whimsical illustration promoting the city's Great Public Library. The front of the card depicts a cheerful gentleman precariously balancing an enormous stack of books, ascending a staircase, with the prominent text "MILLIONS OF BOOKS IN CHICAGO'S GREAT PUBLIC LIBRARY." A banner proudly declares "FAMOUS CHICAGO ATTRACTIONS," underscoring the library's significance as a cultural landmark. This delightful scene captures the spirit of knowledge and the vast literary resources available in the Windy City. Produced by the renowned Curt Teich & Co., Inc. under their "C.T. Art-Colortone" line, this postcard showcases the distinctive textured finish characteristic of linen postcards from the mid-20th century. The vibrant colors and playful artwork make it a unique collectible, highlighting a bygone era of public libraries and civic pride. The reverse side confirms its authenticity as a "Genuine Curt Teich-Chicago" product, distributed by Aero Distributing Co., Inc. of Chicago. This postcard offers a nostalgic glimpse into Chicago's rich cultural heritage and its commitment to education and literature.