Vintage Havana Cuba Postcard Morro Castle Harbor View from the Quarries
$ 5.28
Description
Vintage Havana Cuba Postcard Morro Castle Harbor View from the Quarries. The foreground depicts the rocky coastline of the quarries, providing a unique perspective of the Cuban capital's historical skyline. 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 beautiful vintage postcard features a scenic view titled 'HAVANA, from the Quarries,' showcasing the iconic Morro Castle (Castillo de los Tres Reyes del Morro) overlooking the harbor entrance. The artwork captures a tranquil moment with several sailboats and traditional vessels dotting the water, set against a vibrant sky with soft pink and blue hues. The foreground depicts the rocky coastline of the quarries, providing a unique perspective of the Cuban capital's historical skyline. The reverse side contains a wealth of historical information about Havana, describing it as the 'commercial center of the West Indies' and noting its primary exports of sugar, cigars, and tobacco at the time of printing. The text mentions the city's founding in 1519 and its rich colonial history involving buccaneers and English occupation. This piece is an excellent example of early 20th-century lithographic printing, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of Caribbean history, maritime themes, or Cuban memorabilia.
