SW Harbor Maine The Village Hand-Colored Postcard 1915 Postmark Albertype
$ 5.02
Description
SW Harbor Maine The Village Hand-Colored Postcard 1915 Postmark Albertype. The front features a serene waterfront scene, beautifully rendered with lush trees framing the view of the harbor, where several boats gently rest on the tranquil waters. The artistic hand-coloring technique adds a unique, painterly quality, enhancing the natural tones and details of the landscape. 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. Discover a charming piece of early 20th-century Americana with this exquisite hand-colored postcard depicting "The Village" in Southwest Harbor, Maine. The front features a serene waterfront scene, beautifully rendered with lush trees framing the view of the harbor, where several boats gently rest on the tranquil waters. Across the bay, the quaint village settlement is visible, offering a glimpse into the scenic beauty and peaceful atmosphere of this historic New England location. The artistic hand-coloring technique adds a unique, painterly quality, enhancing the natural tones and details of the landscape. This collectible postcard was published by The Rank Theatre Store of Southwest Harbor, ME, and produced by the renowned Albertype Co. of Brooklyn, N.Y., known for their high-quality printing. The reverse side bears a clear August 15, 1915, postmark from Southwest Harbor, ME, along with a one-cent George Washington stamp, detailing its journey to Lowell, Massachusetts. This historical artifact not only captures the picturesque scenery of Southwest Harbor but also serves as a tangible connection to the early 1900s, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of Maine memorabilia, vintage Americana, or early 20th-century postcards.
