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Framed Print : The Earliest recorded picture postcard from Italy
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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
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the earliest recorded picture postcard from Italy. This rare and captivating piece of history dates back to March 15th, 1888, and showcases the iconic Grand Hotel in Venice, Italy. Meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image offers a unique glimpse into the past. Bring the charm of old-world Italy into your home or office with this beautifully framed and preserved memento.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 29.5cm (20" x 11.6")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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