Poster Print : The Earliest recorded picture postcard from Italy
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
The Earliest recorded picture postcard from Italy
The Grand Hotel in Venice, Italy - the earliest recorded picture postcard from Italy - March 15th 1888 - very very rare. Date: 1888
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Media ID 7211915
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1888 Earliest Oldest Post Card Recorded Venice
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection featuring the earliest recorded picture postcard from Italy. This rare and captivating piece of history brings a piece of Venice's grandeur into your home. Dated back to March 15th, 1888, this postcard showcases the iconic Grand Hotel in Venice, Italy, obtained from Mary Evans Prints Online. With its rich history and intriguing backstory, this vintage postcard poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of Italy's past. Bring a touch of old-world charm to your walls with this unique and very rare Media Storehouse Poster Print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.8cm x 44.6cm (30.2" x 17.6")
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite antique photograph captures the grandeur of the Grand Hotel in Venice, Italy, as depicted in the earliest recorded picture postcard from the country. Dated March 15th, 1888, this rare and precious relic of history transports us back in time to an era of romantic travel and postal innovation. The Grand Hotel, located on the Riva degli Schiavoni waterfront, has been a symbol of Venetian hospitality since its opening in 1842. In this image, we see the elegant facade of the hotel, adorned with ornate balconies and framed by the shimmering waters of the Venetian Lagoon. The gondolas and other boats moored along the waterfront add to the vibrant scene, as does the bustling activity of the people on the streets and along the water's edge. The invention of the picture postcard, which allowed for the easy and affordable exchange of visual messages, revolutionized communication and made travel souvenirs more accessible than ever before. This particular postcard, with its stunning image of the Grand Hotel in Venice, is a testament to the enduring appeal of both the city and the medium. The rich history and rarity of this photograph make it a valuable addition to any collection of Italian, travel, or postcard history. Its intricate details and vibrant colors bring the past to life, inviting us to imagine the stories of the people who sent and received this postcard over a century ago.
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