Vintage West Virginia State Capitol Charleston Curteichcolor Postcard 1950s WV-image
Vintage West Virginia State Capitol Charleston Curteichcolor Postcard 1950s WV-image

Vintage West Virginia State Capitol Charleston Curteichcolor Postcard 1950s WV

$ 2.51

Type: Printed (Lithograph) Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1959 Unit of Sale: Single Unit Signed: No Region: West Virginia Subject: Capitol Building Theme: Architecture brand: Curteich Continent: North America Postage Condition: Unposted Brand/Publisher: Curteich Number of Items in Set: 1 Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Unit Quantity: 1 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Country: United States City: Charleston Era: Photochrome (1939-Now)

Description

Vintage West Virginia State Capitol Charleston Curteichcolor Postcard 1950s WV. The card's reverse provides fascinating details about the capitol's construction cost, emphasizing its historical and architectural importance. Discover this classic vintage postcard featuring the majestic West Virginia State Capitol building, elegantly situated along the Kanawha River in Charleston. The image captures the impressive architecture of the capitol, renowned for its dome adorned with over $25,000 worth of gold leaf, a testament to its grandeur and the state's rich history. Lush green hills provide a picturesque backdrop, highlighting the natural beauty surrounding this significant landmark. This collectible piece, produced by Curteichcolor, showcases their distinctive "3-D Natural Color Reproduction" printing technique, known for vibrant hues and detailed imagery characteristic of mid-20th century postcards. The card's reverse provides fascinating details about the capitol's construction cost, emphasizing its historical and architectural importance. This unposted card offers a glimpse into West Virginia's heritage and is a sought-after item for collectors of state capitols, West Virginia memorabilia, or vintage travel ephemera.

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