People in Front Peristerona Church Cyprus 1960s Postcard
$5.99
Condition: Pre-owned. With mild edgewear. Typical. This vintage postcard features the historic Peristerona Church in Morphou, Cyprus, a striking example of 11th-century medieval architecture. The church, dedicated ... Read More
Condition: Pre-owned. With mild edgewear. Typical.
This vintage postcard features the historic Peristerona Church in Morphou, Cyprus, a striking example of 11th-century medieval architecture. The church, dedicated to St. Barnabas and Hilarion, is renowned for its five domes and its picturesque location near the edge of a river and close to the main road to Troodos. The postcard image beautifully captures the robust stone structure under a vivid blue sky, highlighting its unique domed roof and bell tower, alongside a mosque minaret in the background, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Cyprus.Printed using the high-quality Photochrome technique popular from 1939 onward, this postcard was published by the notable John Hinde Studios, known for their vibrant and detailed travel postcards. The back of the postcard includes a descriptive text about the church and its historical significance, including an ancient chest with painted scenes inside the apse. This postcard is part of the Cyprus The Island of Aphrodite series and is a licensed reprint from the 1960s, measuring the popular continental size of 6 x 4 inches. A fine collectible for those interested in religious monuments, Cypriot history, or vintage travel memorabilia.
This vintage postcard features the historic Peristerona Church in Morphou, Cyprus, a striking example of 11th-century medieval architecture. The church, dedicated to St. Barnabas and Hilarion, is renowned for its five domes and its picturesque location near the edge of a river and close to the main road to Troodos. The postcard image beautifully captures the robust stone structure under a vivid blue sky, highlighting its unique domed roof and bell tower, alongside a mosque minaret in the background, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Cyprus.Printed using the high-quality Photochrome technique popular from 1939 onward, this postcard was published by the notable John Hinde Studios, known for their vibrant and detailed travel postcards. The back of the postcard includes a descriptive text about the church and its historical significance, including an ancient chest with painted scenes inside the apse. This postcard is part of the Cyprus The Island of Aphrodite series and is a licensed reprint from the 1960s, measuring the popular continental size of 6 x 4 inches. A fine collectible for those interested in religious monuments, Cypriot history, or vintage travel memorabilia.
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