Vintage Postcard Lot Washington DC Lincoln Memorial White House Ambassador Hotel

This lot features seven postcards showcasing the monuments, institutions, and historic hospitality of Washington, D.C. The collection stands out for its deep social history, showing how early travelers experienced the nation's capital:

• The Lincoln Memorial: An adaptation of a classic Greek Temple situated in Potomac Park, specifically highlighting the cherry blossom trees gifted by the City of Tokyo.

• Ambassador Hotel: A historic landmark on 14th and K Streets, NW, boasting "500 rooms - 500 baths" with radio, drive-in garage, and a swimming pool.

• Hall of Representatives: Focuses on the architectural details of the massive semicircular chamber.

• Franciscan Monastery: Showcases the "Mount St. Sepulchre" site, known as the Holy Land of America.

• Hotel Continental & Hotel Plaza: Highlighted as premier locations close to Union Station and the Capitol.

Size: Standard 3.5 x 5.5"

Era: Mixed eras, predominantly White Border Era (1915–1930) and Linen Era (1930–1945)

Type: Linen & Lithographs

Publisher: Features major historical regional names like B. S. Reynolds Co. (Washington, D.C.) and I. & M. Ottenheimer (Baltimore, Md.)

Condition: Paper toning, corner bumping, minor creasing, one card has a 1-cent postage stamp attached. 

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