Vintage Postcard 2000s Black Madonna Virgin Candelaria Tenerife Canary Islands

Social History: Addressed to Miss J. Welch in Guisborough, England, the message was sent from  vacationers enjoying the local atmosphere in Spain: 

"Hi Jenifer, Jess & Tammy, Having a very relaxing time. Weather very cloudy for the first 3 days but sunny now. Eating & drinking far too much. See you soon. Love Sharon & John"

Scene: Features a vivid depiction of the Virgin of Candelaria, the patron saint of the Canary Islands. Revered as a Black Madonna, she is housed in the Royal Basilica Marian Shrine of Our Lady of Candelaria in Tenerife, Spain.

Postal: Post-2002 (Euro era). Based on the 0,53€ rate and the card's design, it likely dates to the mid-2000s to early 2010s.

Size: Continental 6 x 4"

Type: lithograph 

Publisher: Comercial Escudo de Oro

Condition: Minor corner bumping

This is an authentic vintage item. Use the zoom tool to inspect the photos for a detailed view of the condition.