Charlottesville VA Postcard Howard Johnson's UVA Rotunda Dexter Press Chrome
$6.95
This vibrant vintage chrome postcard captures a dual perspective of Charlottesville, Virginia, showcasing two iconic landmarks. The left panel features the classic Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge and Restaurant, a prom ... Read More
This vibrant vintage chrome postcard captures a dual perspective of Charlottesville, Virginia, showcasing two iconic landmarks. The left panel features the classic Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge and Restaurant, a prominent hospitality establishment of its era, identifiable by its distinctive architecture and signage, complete with an American flag flying proudly. This view provides a glimpse into mid-20th century American travel and roadside culture, highlighting the amenities offered such as air-conditioned rooms, color TV, and indoor parking, and noting its strategic location near the University of Virginia Hospital.The right panel beautifully depicts The University of Virginia Rotunda, a masterpiece of classical architecture designed by Thomas Jefferson, nestled amidst lush trees, suggesting the beauty of the campus. This postcard, produced by Dexter Press, West Nyack, New York, for Batt Bates & Co. of Charlottesville, is a collectible piece of Virginia's history, combining architectural significance with nostalgic Americana. It offers a wonderful visual narrative of a bygone era in Charlottesville, a gateway to Colonial Virginia.
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