Vintage Phoenix AZ Travelodge Postcard 1960s Van Buren Mid-Century Motel Chrome-image
Vintage Phoenix AZ Travelodge Postcard 1960s Van Buren Mid-Century Motel Chrome-image

Vintage Phoenix AZ Travelodge Postcard 1960s Van Buren Mid-Century Motel Chrome

$ 10.55

City: Phoenix Subject: Motel Postage Condition: Posted Year Manufactured: 1963 Continent: North America Features: Linen Original/Licensed Reprint: Original brand: Petley Studios Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Country of Origin: United States Time Period Manufactured: 1960-1969 Type: Chrome Region: Arizona Unit of Sale: Single Unit Country: United States Unit Quantity: 1 Number of Items in Set: 1 Brand/Publisher: Petley Studios Unit Type: Unit Signed: No

Description

Vintage Phoenix AZ Travelodge Postcard 1960s Van Buren Mid-Century Motel Chrome. Discover a vibrant piece of Phoenix history with this vintage chrome postcard featuring the iconic Travelodge at 402 W. Van Buren in Downtown Phoenix, Arizona. The card captures the quintessential mid-century motel architecture, showcasing the clean lines and inviting atmosphere that defined roadside lodging in the era. Classic automobiles of the period are visible in the parking lot, adding to the nostalgic charm and offering a glimpse into early 1960s American travel culture. The scene is framed by lush palm trees, characteristic of the Arizona landscape, under a clear blue sky. This collectible postcard, published by Petley Studios, Phoenix, Arizona, is a wonderful example of the chrome postcard technique, known for its brilliant colors and glossy finish. It provides a historical snapshot of Phoenix's development as a travel destination, highlighting features like a heated pool, refrigerated air, and free television – amenities that were cutting-edge at the time. The card was postmarked from Phoenix in the early 1960s, further cementing its historical context and appeal to collectors of Arizona memorabilia, vintage motels, or mid-century design.

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