Lafon's Motel Lovelock Nevada US Highway 40 Postcard Ray Foster Mike Roberts
$ 3.29
Description
Lafon's Motel Lovelock Nevada US Highway 40 Postcard Ray Foster Mike Roberts. Captured by photographer Ray Foster and printed by the renowned Mike Roberts of Berkeley, California, the image showcases the classic mid-century architecture of this 'Oasis in the Desert.'. This vintage chrome-era postcard features a vibrant color photograph of Lafon's Motel, located at 515 Cornell in Lovelock, Nevada. Captured by photographer Ray Foster and printed by the renowned Mike Roberts of Berkeley, California, the image showcases the classic mid-century architecture of this 'Oasis in the Desert.' The scene depicts the 21-unit motel situated along U.S. Highway 40, complete with period-appropriate automobiles parked in front and lush green trees framing the property against a brilliant blue sky. The back of the postcard provides fascinating historical details, advertising modern amenities of the time such as wall-to-wall carpet, individually controlled air conditioning, tile tubs and showers, and kitchenettes. This piece serves as a wonderful example of roadside Americana and the booming travel culture of Nevada during the mid-20th century. It is a perfect addition for collectors of motel history, Nevada memorabilia, or fans of Mike Roberts' high-quality color photography. SHIPPING COST: ALL ORDERS ARE EXPIDITED, ORDERS ARE TYPICALLY SHIPPED WITHIN TWO HOURS OF MY RECEIPT OF PAYMENT UNLESS I AM OUT OF TOWN SOURCING NEW ITEMS OR MY STORE IS IN VACATION MODE BOTH OF THESE MITIGATING FACTORS ARE RARE. SEE MULTIPLE SCANS OF ITEM. Please use eBay magnifier for a more detailed view of the item. CONDITION: Moderate wear and some soiling. Combined shipping always available on multiple items. PLEASE USE THE E-BAY SHOPPING CART AS IT MAKES COMBINED SHIPPING EASIER TO SEE. Thank you! I have a great passion for collecting postcards, photographs and ephemera. My store offers many rare and hard to find items as well as always being able to guarantee their authenticity as vintage and genuine. Each week I will be posting rare, unusual, high-quality and unique items for the advanced, intermediate and beginning collector. Our items are ALWAYS vintage. Please bookmark our store and I look forward to helping you build your collections!
