Embossed Windmill Winter Scene Carnations Best Wishes Postcard Germany 1900s

$ 5.02

Region: Pennsylvania Subject: Windmill Theme: Greetings Era: Pre-WWII Postage Condition: Posted Continent: North America Country: United States Country of Origin: Germany City: Harrisburg

Description

Embossed Windmill Winter Scene Carnations Best Wishes Postcard Germany 1900s. The rich, textured green background is adorned with the phrase "BEST WISHES" in elegant gold lettering, adding to its festive appeal. 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 charming antique postcard features a beautiful embossed design, showcasing a vibrant bouquet of carnations in shades of pink, white, and deep red, framing an oval vignette. The central image depicts a serene winter landscape with a traditional windmill, a figure walking along a snow-dusted path, and a colorful sky suggesting either sunrise or sunset. The rich, textured green background is adorned with the phrase "BEST WISHES" in elegant gold lettering, adding to its festive appeal. The reverse side reveals a divided back typical of early 20th-century postcards, marked "Printed in Germany" by the publisher J. G. E. (series number 2220). It bears a clear postmark from Harrisburg, PA, and is addressed to Miss Ester Goudy. This piece captures the romantic aesthetic of the Edwardian era, making it a delightful collectible for enthusiasts of vintage postcards, German lithography, and floral or winter scene themes. Its historical postage and personal message offer a glimpse into the past.