Whitehall Building NYC 1908 Postcard Printed Germany Souvenir Post Card Co.
$ 5.02
Description
Whitehall Building NYC 1908 Postcard Printed Germany Souvenir Post Card Co.. 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 captivating vintage postcard showcases the magnificent Whitehall Building in New York City, a prominent architectural landmark of the early 20th century. The intricate detailing of the building's facade, from its classical elements to its numerous windows, is beautifully rendered with vibrant hand-coloring, characteristic of the era's printing techniques. The scene captures the bustling street life below, with horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians adding a sense of historical context to this iconic skyscraper. Published by the Souvenir Post Card Co. with offices in New York and Berlin, and distinctly marked as "Printed in Germany," this postcard exemplifies the high-quality lithographic printing prevalent at the time. The divided back design, along with the crisp postmark from January 30, 1908, firmly places this piece in the Edwardian era, offering a tangible glimpse into urban American history and early postcard artistry. This collectible item is a wonderful artifact for enthusiasts of New York City history, vintage architecture, and early 20th-century ephemera.
