Volendam Netherlands Vintage Postcard Dutch Traditional Costume Canal Street

$ 5.28

Theme: Cultural, Cities Towns, People, Nautical Country of Origin: Netherlands Original/Licensed Reprint: Original City: Volendam Era: 1900-1919 Country: Netherlands Region: North Holland Postage Condition: Unposted Subject: Traditional Costume, Canal, Street Scene, Drawbridge Signed: No Continent: Europe

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Volendam Netherlands Vintage Postcard Dutch Traditional Costume Canal Street. 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 the charm of early 20th-century Volendam, Netherlands, captured on this exquisite vintage postcard. The image beautifully depicts a tranquil street scene, "Straatje, Volendam," showcasing local women and a child dressed in iconic traditional Dutch costumes, complete with distinctive bonnets and flowing skirts. The serene canal, characteristic Dutch houses with their striking red roofs, and a classic drawbridge in the background evoke a picturesque moment from a bygone era. This historical piece offers a glimpse into the daily life and rich cultural heritage of Volendam, a renowned fishing village famous for its traditional attire and scenic waterways. The postcard features a divided back, common for postcards produced after 1907, and was published by Firma F. B. den Boer of Middelburg, a notable publisher of the period. A unique collectible for enthusiasts of Dutch history, European travel, or vintage ephemera, highlighting the enduring beauty of traditional Netherlands.