General Electric Co Bridgeport CT 1951 Linen Postcard Factory View
$ 5.28
Description
General Electric Co Bridgeport CT 1951 Linen Postcard Factory View. 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. This vintage linen postcard captures a vibrant, detailed view of the General Electric Co. complex in Bridgeport, Connecticut, as it appeared around the mid-20th century. The illustration showcases the expansive red brick industrial buildings, featuring multiple stories and numerous windows, with an American flag prominently displayed atop one structure. The scene is bustling with activity, depicting individuals on sidewalks and a street in the foreground, surrounded by well-maintained green spaces. Produced by the renowned Curt Teich & Co. as part of their "CT Art-Colortone" series, this postcard exemplifies the distinctive textured finish characteristic of linen postcards from the era. It offers a fascinating glimpse into a significant American manufacturing facility, highlighting the architectural style and industrial landscape of the time. The postcard bears a January 12, 1951 postmark from Orange, New Jersey, adding to its historical authenticity and appeal for collectors of industrial Americana, Connecticut history, or vintage linen postcards.
