Description
Vintage New Roller Dam Mississippi River Davenport Iowa Linen Postcard 6A-H1034. The illustration captures the industrial scale of the dam against a soft, cloud-filled sky, reflecting the engineering marvels of the mid-20th century. Location: Davenport, Iowa. Subject: New Roller Dam. Vintage linen postcard showcases the New Roller Dam on the Mississippi River in Davenport, Iowa, featuring the vibrant colors and textured finish characteristic of the Curt Teich Art-Colortone process. The illustration captures the industrial scale of the dam against a soft, cloud-filled sky, reflecting the engineering marvels of the mid-20th century. This unposted card remains in great condition, preserving its historical charm and local Quad Cities significance. Type: Linen Postcard Era: Linen (1930-1945) Subject: New Roller Dam Location: Davenport, Iowa River: Mississippi River Publisher: Hickey Brothers Printer: Curt Teich & Co. Series: Art-Colortone Production Code: 6A-H1034 Orientation: Landscape Finish: Linen Texture Postage: Unposted Back: Divided Back Keywords: Quad Cities, IA History, Riverfront, Civil Engineering, Industrial Art, Mid-Century, Souvenir, Ephemera, Collectible, Americana, Travel Decor, Retro Graphics, Dam Architecture