San Francisco CA International Settlement Old Barbary Coast Linen Postcard
$ 6.6
Description
San Francisco CA International Settlement Old Barbary Coast Linen 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 vintage linen postcard features a vibrant night scene of the International Settlement, formerly known as the rowdy Barbary Coast, in San Francisco, California. The image captures the iconic entrance arch adorned with numerous international flags, illuminated by a full moon and the glowing neon lights of surrounding establishments. Prominently visible are signs for 'The House of Zombie,' 'Pago Pago,' and '7-Up,' providing a nostalgic look at the mid-century nightlife and entertainment district. Produced as a 'Colourpicture' publication by Smith News Co., this postcard showcases the characteristic textured linen finish popular during the 1930s through the 1950s. The artwork beautifully depicts the transition of this historic district into a hub of restaurants and nightclubs. The scene is complete with period automobiles parked along the street and vintage advertising for De Soto and Plymouth, making it a fantastic piece for collectors of San Francisco history or mid-century Americana.
