Harriet Beecher Stowe Pearl of Orr's Island Casco Bay Maine Postcard 1909
$ 5.02
Description
Harriet Beecher Stowe Pearl of Orr's Island Casco Bay Maine Postcard 1909. The detailed illustration technique, likely a colorized halftone print, beautifully captures the rustic charm and natural beauty of the New England coastline. 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 captivating vintage postcard features a picturesque coastal scene from Orr's Island in Casco Bay, Maine, known as the setting for Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel, "The Pearl of Orr's Island." The central image showcases a charming 'long-shore farmhouse' nestled on a grassy bluff overlooking the serene waters, with small boats gently navigating the bay. The detailed illustration technique, likely a colorized halftone print, beautifully captures the rustic charm and natural beauty of the New England coastline. Adding to its historical significance, the postcard prominently displays an oval portrait of Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of the iconic "Uncle Tom's Cabin," directly linking her literary legacy to this idyllic location. The reverse side provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, published by The Hugh C. Leighton Co. of Portland, ME, and manufactured in Germany, a common practice for high-quality postcards of the era. This collectible piece offers a unique blend of geographical beauty, literary history, and early 20th-century postcard artistry, making it a valuable addition for collectors of Maine ephemera, literary memorabilia, or vintage travel postcards.
