Antique Postcard 1900s Glitter Art Potter Hotel Santa Barbara Tinsel Sailboats

Social History: The"glitter art" seen on the image (often called tinsel or diamond dust) was a popular Edwardian-era upgrade that added a shimmering, 3D effect to postcards, making them feel like premium souvenirs. 

Scene: Features the grand Potter Hotel in Santa Barbara, California. Opened in 1903 on the historic Burton’s Mound, the Potter was a world-class resort that defined the city's early "Golden Era" before tragically burning to the ground in 1921.

Era: Divided Back (1907–1915)
Publisher: M Rieder
Type: Printed Lithograph
Size: Standard 3.5 x 5.5"
Condition: Note the paper peeling/surface loss in the front. The tinsel remains partially intact.

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