Pennsylvania Avenue Washington DC Street Scene Trolleys Vintage Postcard
$ 6.6
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Pennsylvania Avenue Washington DC Street Scene Trolleys Vintage Postcard. 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 bustling street scene of Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington D.C., a truly iconic thoroughfare. The image, likely a colorized halftone, presents a vibrant snapshot of early 20th-century urban life, showcasing horse-drawn carriages, early automobiles, and distinctive yellow streetcars traversing the wide avenue. In the distance, the majestic dome of the U.S. Capitol building is visible, while closer landmarks like the Old Post Office Pavilion's clock tower add to the historical richness of the scene. The foreground is adorned with manicured gardens and a stately balustrade, offering a picturesque vantage point of the city's grand architecture. Published by Foster & Reynolds from 1 Madison Avenue, N.Y., and identified as card number 3005, this postcard offers a glimpse into a significant era of American history. The reverse side confirms the view is "from the steps of the Treasury," highlighting its importance as the "route of the Inauguration Day procession from the Capitol to the White House." This historical context, combined with the detailed depiction of period transportation and architecture, makes this a compelling piece for collectors of Washington D.C. memorabilia, street scene views, and early 20th-century Americana.
