Vintage Plastichrome Postcard Glass Blowers Wheaton Village Millville NJ
$ 5.28
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Vintage Plastichrome Postcard Glass Blowers Wheaton Village Millville NJ. 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 artistry of glassblowing with this captivating vintage Plastichrome postcard, showcasing skilled artisans at work in the recreated 1888 Glass Factory, a prominent feature of Historic Wheaton Village in Millville, New Jersey. The vibrant imagery captures two glassblowers amidst their craft, with one seated, meticulously shaping molten glass, and another attending to a fiery furnace in the background. The scene is rich with period details, from the rustic brick and corrugated metal walls to the array of traditional tools and finished glass pieces in the foreground, offering a fascinating glimpse into a timeless trade. This postcard, a product of Colourpicture Publishers of Boston, Massachusetts, exemplifies the iconic Plastichrome printing technique, known for its vivid colors and glossy finish that bring the historical factory setting to life. It beautifully illustrates the dedication and precision involved in creating handmade glassware, a craft that continues to draw visitors to Wheaton Village. This collectible piece celebrates American craftsmanship and the enduring legacy of glass production in New Jersey, making it a unique addition for enthusiasts of industrial history, regional Americana, and vintage postcards.
