Holyoke MA, Corner Elm & Appleton Streets, Albertype Postcard, c. 1910s

$ 5.27

Subject: City Town Unit Quantity: 1 Type: Printed (Lithograph) Continent: North America Country of Origin: United States Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Region: Massachusetts Number of Items in Set: 1 Postage Condition: Unposted Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit Type: Unit Brand/Publisher: The Albertype Co. Material: Paper brand: The Albertype Co. Time Period Manufactured: 1910-1919 Unit of Sale: Single Unit City: Holyoke Signed: No Country: USA

Description

Holyoke MA, Corner Elm & Appleton Streets, Albertype Postcard, c. 1910s. This exquisite vintage postcard captures a serene street scene at the corner of Elm and Appleton Streets in Holyoke, Massachusetts. The image, rendered with the renowned quality of The Albertype Co., Brooklyn, N. Y., showcases a beautifully tree-lined street, evoking the tranquil atmosphere of an early 20th-century American town. On the right, a distinctive multi-story building with intricate architectural details stands, adding a focal point to the verdant landscape. Published by J. C. Fringelin, Stationer, Holyoke, Mass., this piece is a testament to the collotype printing process, known for its rich tonal range and photographic fidelity. It offers a fascinating glimpse into Holyoke's historical urban development and streetscapes. Collectors of Massachusetts ephemera, Holyoke history, or vintage street scene postcards will appreciate the detail and historical significance of this early 20th-century view.