Niederwald Monument Germany Postcard Rüdesheim Assmannshausen Germania Statue
$ 5.28
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Niederwald Monument Germany Postcard Rüdesheim Assmannshausen Germania Statue. Printed by Karl Rud. 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 exquisite vintage postcard captures the grandeur of the Niederwald Monument, a significant German national landmark located on the Niederwald hill overlooking the Rhine Valley. The monument, featuring the majestic Germania statue, commemorates the unification of Germany in 1871 and the victory in the Franco-Prussian War. The detailed artwork showcases the monument's intricate design, including the prominent female allegory of Germania, flanked by allegorical figures and surrounded by the monumental staircase leading up to its base. This historical depiction offers a glimpse into a pivotal era of German history and national pride. Printed by Karl Rud. Bremer & Co. of Cologne, this early 20th-century postcard is a testament to the popular travel and souvenir culture of its time. The clear, vibrant printing style highlights the architectural majesty and the scenic beauty of the monument's setting, near the charming towns of Rüdesheim and Assmannshausen, which were connected by a cogwheel railway to the monument. Collectors of German history, monuments, and European travel ephemera will appreciate the historical significance and detailed artistry of this collectible piece.
