Vintage U.S. Custom House New York City Linen Postcard by Manhattan Pub.

$ 3.17

Continent: North America Era: Early to Mid 20th Century Time Period Manufactured: 1920-1940 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Region: Northeast Country: United States Subject: U.S. Custom House Country of Origin: United States City: New York City Type: Linen Postcard Theme: Architecture

Description

Vintage U.S. Custom House New York City Linen Postcard by Manhattan Pub.. This vintage postcard features a detailed linen lithograph of the U.S. Custom House in New York City, a grand Beaux-Arts style building situated on the historic site of Fort Amsterdam. The building occupies an entire city block at the foot of Broadway, facing Bowling Green, and houses various branches of the U.S. government. The postcard was published by Manhattan Post Card Publishing Co., Inc., a well-known publisher of linen postcards popular in the early to mid-20th century. The postcard's vibrant colors and textured linen finish highlight the architectural details, including the stately columns, intricate sculptures, and mansard roof with dormer windows. This postcard is a collectible piece for enthusiasts of New York City landmarks, vintage architecture, and early 20th-century postcard art. Its historical and geographical significance makes it an excellent addition to any postcard or Americana collection.