Douglas Park Flower Garden Lily Pond Chicago IL 1908 Postcard N. Shure Co.
$ 5.28
Description
Douglas Park Flower Garden Lily Pond Chicago IL 1908 Postcard N. Shure Co.. Subtle details like the distant bridge and a prominent brick chimney add depth and historical context to the picturesque scene. 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. This exquisite vintage postcard captures the serene beauty of Douglas Park in Chicago, Illinois, showcasing its charming Flower Garden and tranquil Lily Pond. The foreground features a vibrant lily pond teeming with aquatic flora, reflecting the lush greenery and architectural elements surrounding it. In the midground, a classic white colonnaded pavilion stands amidst meticulously landscaped flowerbeds and manicured lawns, hinting at the park's early 20th-century grandeur. Subtle details like the distant bridge and a prominent brick chimney add depth and historical context to the picturesque scene. Published by N. Shure Co. of Chicago, Illinois, and printed in Germany, this early 20th-century postcard is a testament to the quality printing techniques of its era, likely employing chromolithography to achieve its rich colors and detailed imagery. The card was postmarked in Chicago in 1908, bearing a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp, offering a glimpse into the postal history and communication methods of the period. It provides a wonderful historical snapshot of one of Chicago's beloved urban oases, making it a captivating piece for collectors of Chicago memorabilia, park scenes, or early 20th-century postal history.
