State Capitol Raleigh NC Postcard C. E. Wheelook & Co. Germany Early 1900s-image
State Capitol Raleigh NC Postcard C. E. Wheelook & Co. Germany Early 1900s-image

State Capitol Raleigh NC Postcard C. E. Wheelook & Co. Germany Early 1900s

$ 10.55

Country of Origin: Germany Original/Licensed Reprint: Original City: Raleigh Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Type: Printed (Lithograph) Unit of Sale: Single Unit Time Period Manufactured: 1907-1915 Signed: No Region: North Carolina Features: Divided Back Brand/Publisher: C. E. Wheelook Co. Country: USA Number of Items in Set: 1 Subject: Capitol Building Unit Type: Unit Postage Condition: Unposted brand: C. E. Wheelook Co. Continent: North America Unit Quantity: 1 Year Manufactured: 1910s

Description

State Capitol Raleigh NC Postcard C. E. Wheelook & Co. Germany Early 1900s. Discover a piece of North Carolina history with this captivating vintage postcard featuring the majestic State Capitol building in Raleigh, N.C. The card showcases the iconic neoclassical architecture, complete with its grand columns and dome, set amidst lush trees and a serene landscape. A decorative circular inset in the upper left corner adds a touch of period charm, depicting two elegantly dressed women with a dog, a common artistic flourish of the era. This postcard is a testament to the early 20th-century printing techniques, likely a colorized lithograph, offering a vibrant yet classic representation of the capitol. Produced by C. E. Wheelook & Co. with origins in Peoria, Ill., and Leipzig, Germany, it represents a significant period in postcard manufacturing. A valuable addition for collectors of North Carolina memorabilia, state capitol postcards, or those interested in early American urban landscapes and architectural history.

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