Vintage Linen Postcard Marshall House 1861 Alexandria VA B.S. Reynolds

$ 2.51

Theme: Historic Landmark Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Type: Linen Unit Type: Postcard Era: Linen (1930-1945) Subject: Marshall House Unit of Sale: Single Country: United States Year Manufactured: 1930-1945 City: Alexandria Region: Virginia Postage Condition: Unposted Time Period Manufactured: Linen (1930-1945) Signed: No brand: B.S. Reynolds Co., Washington, D.C. Brand/Publisher: B.S. Reynolds Co., Washington, D.C. Number of Items in Set: 1

Description

Vintage Linen Postcard Marshall House 1861 Alexandria VA B.S. Reynolds. The image highlights the historic brick building flying the Confederate flag, marking its significance during the Civil War as the last house to fly the flag when Col. Ellsworth and his band of Zouaves entered the town. This vintage linen postcard features a detailed illustration of the Marshall House as it appeared in 1861 in Alexandria, Virginia. The image highlights the historic brick building flying the Confederate flag, marking its significance during the Civil War as the last house to fly the flag when Col. Ellsworth and his band of Zouaves entered the town. This postcard is part of the Scenic Art Series by B.S. Reynolds Co., Washington, D.C., printed by Genuine Curteich-Chicago using the "C.T. Art-Colortone" process, a hallmark of vibrant linen postcards from the 1930-1945 era. Measuring the standard postcard size of 5.5 x 3.5 inches, this unposted original postcard is a collectible piece of American Civil War history and postcard artistry. Its linen texture adds to the vintage appeal, making it a prized item for collectors interested in historic landmarks, Civil War memorabilia, and classic linen postcards from the early 20th century.