1913 Lincoln Park Chicago IL Lagoon Boating Stone Bridge Vintage Postcard
$ 5.28
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1913 Lincoln Park Chicago IL Lagoon Boating Stone Bridge Vintage Postcard. A picturesque stone bridge gracefully spans the water in the background, surrounded by lush, vibrant trees that convey the natural beauty of this iconic urban oasis. 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 vintage postcard showcasing Lincoln Park in Chicago, Illinois. Dated by its postmark to October 10, 1913, this card captures a serene scene of the park's lagoon, where several individuals are enjoying leisurely boat rides in canoes and rowboats. A picturesque stone bridge gracefully spans the water in the background, surrounded by lush, vibrant trees that convey the natural beauty of this iconic urban oasis. The detailed artwork, likely a chromolithograph, brings to life the tranquil atmosphere of a bygone era, making it a captivating glimpse into Chicago's past. This historic postcard offers a vivid portrayal of recreational life and park design from over a century ago. The card features a divided back, a standard postcard format adopted after 1907, with a handwritten message to Miss Ruth Rohrer in Clintonville, Wisconsin, adding a personal touch to its historical significance. The one-cent U.S. postage stamp further authenticates its period. Ideal for collectors of Chicago memorabilia, vintage park scenes, or early 20th-century American history, this postcard is a testament to the enduring appeal of Lincoln Park and the golden age of postcard collecting. Chicago history, Illinois travel, vintage boating, park scenery, antique ephemera, Edwardian era, Wisconsin recipient.
