US Capitol Building & Hotel Continental Washington DC Linen Postcard
$ 4.49
Description
US Capitol Building & Hotel Continental Washington DC 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 vibrant vintage postcard beautifully captures a panoramic view of Washington, D.C., showcasing the iconic United States Capitol Building dominating the skyline. The foreground features the expansive Capitol Plaza, bustling with classic automobiles from the era, hinting at a lively city scene. To the right, the grand Hotel Continental stands prominently, identified on the reverse as facing the Capitol Plaza, the Capital, Senate Office Building, and Union Station. The postcard is a splendid example of a "Color-Litho" print, a technique perfected by the Mid-West Map Co. of Aurora, Missouri, known for its distinct linen texture and vivid color palette. This printing method gives the image a unique tactile quality and depth, characteristic of postcards produced during the mid-20th century. The detailed depiction of the architecture, landscaping, and vintage vehicles makes this a captivating piece for collectors interested in American history, urban landscapes, and vintage ephemera from the nation's capital.
