Dudley Observatory Albany NY Postcard P&C Superior Quality Lake Avenue Vintage-image
Dudley Observatory Albany NY Postcard P&C Superior Quality Lake Avenue Vintage-image

Dudley Observatory Albany NY Postcard P&C Superior Quality Lake Avenue Vintage

$ 2.51

brand: P C Superior Quality Continent: North America Unit of Sale: Single Piece Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Country of Origin: United States Type: Printed (Lithograph) Brand/Publisher: P C Superior Quality Original/Licensed Reprint: Original City: Albany Country: United States Signed: No Unit Type: Postcard Features: Divided Back Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) Region: New York Theme: Architecture Number of Items in Set: 1 Subject: Dudley Observatory Postage Condition: Unposted Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)

Description

Dudley Observatory Albany NY Postcard P&C Superior Quality Lake Avenue Vintage. Discover a piece of Albany, New York's scientific heritage with this vintage postcard featuring the historic Dudley Observatory on Lake Avenue. The card beautifully captures the distinctive brick architecture of the observatory, prominently showcasing its iconic domed structure, partially adorned with lush ivy, set against a serene sky and expansive grassy foreground. This early 20th-century view provides a charming glimpse into the past, highlighting a significant landmark of the Capital Region. This collectible postcard, likely from the divided back era, exhibits the characteristic printing techniques of its time, offering a vibrant, hand-colored aesthetic that brings the scene to life. The reverse side features the distinguished "P & C Superior Quality" publisher's mark, indicating its origin from a reputable manufacturer, and a stamp box detailing postage requirements for the United States, Canada, and foreign destinations. A valuable addition for collectors of New York State memorabilia, astronomy history, or vintage architecture, this postcard preserves a moment in time from the Dudley Observatory's long and storied legacy.

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