London Thames Embankment Cleopatra's Needle Victoria Steamer Postcard-image
London Thames Embankment Cleopatra's Needle Victoria Steamer Postcard-image

London Thames Embankment Cleopatra's Needle Victoria Steamer Postcard

$ 2.51

Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) brand: C. F. Castles Lesco Series Type: Printed (Lithograph) Postage Condition: Unposted Region: England Country: United Kingdom Signed: No Theme: Cities Towns Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 City: London Unit of Sale: Single Piece Unit Type: Unit Subject: Cityscapes Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Brand/Publisher: C. F. Castles Lesco Series Country of Origin: United Kingdom Continent: Europe Number of Items in Set: 1 Features: Divided Back Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)

Description

London Thames Embankment Cleopatra's Needle Victoria Steamer Postcard. This captivating vintage postcard features a scenic view of London's iconic Thames Embankment, showcasing the majestic River Thames and its bustling activity. The prominent Cleopatra's Needle, an ancient Egyptian obelisk, stands tall amidst the elegant architecture lining the embankment. A charming passenger steamer is visible docked along the river, offering a glimpse into early 20th-century transport and leisure on the Thames. The detailed sepia-toned image captures the historical essence of the Victoria Embankment, stretching between Westminster Bridge and Blackfriars Bridge. This area, reclaimed from the Thames, is described as one of the world's finest boulevards. Published as part of C. F. Castle's "Lesco Series" 125 and printed in England, this collectible postcard provides a fascinating historical record of a significant London landmark and its surrounding urban landscape.

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