Old St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 New Orleans Louisiana Vintage Postcard
$ 5.02
Description
Old St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 New Orleans Louisiana Vintage Postcard. The image depicts the iconic above-ground tombs and wall vaults, often referred to as 'Cities of the Dead,' which are a hallmark of New Orleans' unique burial traditions. The detailed lithography brings out the textures of the stone and the floral tributes left at the gravesites. 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 vintage linen-era postcard offers a striking view of the historic Old St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The image depicts the iconic above-ground tombs and wall vaults, often referred to as 'Cities of the Dead,' which are a hallmark of New Orleans' unique burial traditions. The scene highlights the weathered brickwork and ornate monuments, capturing the hauntingly beautiful atmosphere of one of America's most famous burial grounds. Notable figures mentioned on the reverse include chess master Paul Morphy and historian Etienne de Bore. Produced as a 'Natural Color Card' by E.C. Kropp Co. for the New Orleans News Company, this postcard showcases the vibrant yet soft color palette typical of the mid-20th-century printing process. The detailed lithography brings out the textures of the stone and the floral tributes left at the gravesites. It serves as a fantastic historical record of the French Quarter's architectural and cultural heritage, making it a must-have for collectors of Louisianaiana, cemetery history, or vintage topographical postcards.
