Vintage Postcard 1978 Deltiology Collector Montreal Canada Artist Palette Amable

Social History: The handwritten message is a thoughtful note from a visitor to a collector. It reflects the common practice of "collecting by proxy," where friends and family would look for unique cards specifically to help build a loved one's collection:

"June 21/78. Dear Ed, Hoping things have been going well with you. I pray for your dear sister Anne. Hoping you like these cards. May this add to your collection. Hi from Montreal."

Scene: A creative multi-view "artist palette" design featuring the famous open-air art market of Old Montreal. Known as the "Street of the Artists," this narrow cobblestone alley became a vibrant open-air gallery for local painters and caricaturists. The card reflects a peak era of Montreal tourism following Expo 67 and the 1976 Olympics, when the city was cementing its reputation as a "Paris of North America" cultural hub.

Size: Continental 6 x 4"

Era: Hand-dated 1978

Type: High-gloss color lithograph

Publisher: Printed in Spain for the Canadian market (Golden Shield series)

Condition: Edge wear, corner bumping, and light age toning

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