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John Howard Payne Monument Prospect Park Brooklyn NY Postcard c1910 Printed. 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 piece of Brooklyn's rich history with this captivating vintage postcard featuring the John Howard Payne Monument in iconic Prospect Park. The image beautifully captures the monument, a bust atop a stately pedestal, situated on a verdant hill. Bare tree branches frame the scene, suggesting a serene late autumn or early spring day, under a soft blue sky dotted with gentle clouds. This postcard offers a picturesque glimpse into the tranquil beauty of one of New York City's most beloved urban oases during the early 20th century. This collectible divided-back postcard, numbered 247, was expertly printed in Germany, a testament to the era's superior printing craftsmanship. German-made postcards from this period are highly sought after for their vibrant colors and detailed reproductions, making this an excellent addition for collectors of New York City ephemera, Prospect Park memorabilia, or historical postcards. The card's design, with a dedicated space for a one-cent domestic stamp, places it firmly in the Golden Age of postcards, a period cherished by enthusiasts for its distinctive aesthetic and historical significance.