Grand View Ship Hotel Lincoln Highway Bedford PA Art-Colortone Postcard
$ 5.28
Description
Grand View Ship Hotel Lincoln Highway Bedford PA Art-Colortone Postcard. The C.T. Art-Colortone process, known for its rich hues and detailed renderings, brings the scene to life, highlighting the Grand View Point's claim as "the most beautiful spot in U. S. Summit of Allegheny Mts.". 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 piece of early 20th-century Americana with this captivating C.T. Art-Colortone postcard, showcasing the iconic S.S. Grand View Ship Hotel. Perched atop the Allegheny Mountains at an elevation of 2,464 feet, this unique ship-shaped hotel was a prominent landmark on the historic Lincoln Highway, 17 miles west of Bedford, Pennsylvania. The vibrant illustration captures the hotel's distinctive architecture, complete with its multiple levels and flag-adorned decks, as a vintage automobile approaches along the scenic road, framed by a dramatic rocky hillside. This postcard offers a glimpse into a bygone era of road travel and architectural novelty. The C.T. Art-Colortone process, known for its rich hues and detailed renderings, brings the scene to life, highlighting the Grand View Point's claim as "the most beautiful spot in U. S. Summit of Allegheny Mts." This collectible item is a testament to the ingenuity of roadside attractions and the allure of Pennsylvania's picturesque landscapes, making it a valuable addition for enthusiasts of vintage travel, historical architecture, and regional Americana.
