State Capitol Providence RI Postcard C. E. Wheelock & Co. Made in Germany 1900s-image
State Capitol Providence RI Postcard C. E. Wheelock & Co. Made in Germany 1900s-image

State Capitol Providence RI Postcard C. E. Wheelock & Co. Made in Germany 1900s

$ 6.33

Continent: North America Unit Quantity: 1 Signed: No Number of Items in Set: 1 Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Type: Printed (Lithograph) Country of Origin: Germany Year Manufactured: 1907-1915 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Brand/Publisher: C. E. Wheelock Co. Postage Condition: Unposted Unit of Sale: Single Unit Country: USA Features: Divided Back Unit Type: Unit Subject: Capitol Building City: Providence Region: Rhode Island brand: C. E. Wheelock Co.

Description

State Capitol Providence RI Postcard C. E. Wheelock & Co. Made in Germany 1900s. This exquisite vintage postcard showcases the majestic Rhode Island State Capitol building in Providence. The detailed imagery captures the grand architectural design, including its iconic dome and classical facade, typical of early 20th-century statehouse constructions. A distinctive circular emblem featuring Rhode Island's state seal, with its anchor and 'HOPE' banner, is elegantly placed in the upper left corner, adding to its regional charm and historical context. The card features vibrant, likely hand-tinted colors, which bring the landmark to life against a serene sky. Published by C. E. Wheelock & Co. of Peoria, Illinois, and Leipzig, this postcard proudly notes its origin as 'Made in Germany,' a testament to the quality printing prevalent in that era. The reverse side is a classic divided back, designed for both writing and address, indicative of postcards produced after 1907. This collectible piece offers a glimpse into the early 1900s, reflecting both the architectural grandeur of Rhode Island and the international craftsmanship of postcard production.

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