RPPC Lovana & Nick Tijuana Bar Mexico Best Dancers Early Cabaret Scene
$30.00
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Condition: *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and ... Read more about the seller notes *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and click to enlarge. Comes from a smoke free home. Common errors from the scanner vs damage are digital lines (usually grey or pink), cutting off the top of the card/words. Read Less about the seller notes
Striking real photo postcard (RPPC) featuring the famous dance duo Lovana and Nick, described in the handwritten negative caption as:“The famous Lovana and Nick – Tijuana’s Best Dancers – Tijuana Bar – Mexico”This dynamic image captures a moment from Tijuana’s vibrant entertainment scene during the early 20th century, when border-town bars, cabarets, and dance halls flourished as major attractions for American tourists.The dancers are photographed mid-performance inside a bustling bar, giving this RPPC both historical and cultural value.? Front Image DetailsTwo professional dancers, identified as Lovana and Nick, captured mid-motion in expressive dance poses.Lovana wears a fringed grass-style skirt, beaded accessories, and floral adornments — classic costume elements in nightclub floor shows of the era.Nick wears coordinated dance attire, including light trousers, a patterned headpiece, and sash.The bar interior provides rich context:Hanging lamps and mirrored ceiling fixturesBartender in white jacket watching the performancePatrons and musicians visible in the backgroundBar counter, signage, and band instruments partially visibleWonderful stage energy, crisp movement, and expressive facial detail.This is the kind of RPPC that rarely survived because they were often sold locally as souvenirs and printed in small runs.? Back DetailsAZO stamp box with four upward triangles, dating the postcard to 1904–1918.Unused divided back with light toning and a small stain in the lower corner.Clean writing surface.? Historical ContextDuring the 1910s–1930s, Tijuana became a major entertainment destination, especially during U.S. Prohibition (1920–1933). Visitors crossed the border seeking:dance hallscabaret showsbars and casinoslive musiccultural nightlife not available in the U.S.Dancers like Lovana and Nick performed in these venues, often becoming local celebrities known to travelers.Very few RPPCs exist that identify performers by name, making this card especially valuable.Tijuana Bar (referenced in the caption) was one of the well-known entertainment stops located near the Avenida Revolución district.? Postcard DetailsReal Photo Postcard (RPPC)AZO stamp box, 1904–1918 eraApprox. 3.5” × 5.5”Unposted? ConditionStrong image clarity and contrastLight corner wearMinor surface toning consistent with ageSmall stain on reverse bottom right (does not affect image)Overall, a well-preserved, rare, and visually compelling entertainment RPPC.? Perfect For Collectors OfTijuana & border-town historyEarly cabaret, dance, and nightlife ephemeraMexican entertainment historyRPPC performers & entertainersProhibition-era tourismEarly 1900s bar interiorsVintage dance culture
Striking real photo postcard (RPPC) featuring the famous dance duo Lovana and Nick, described in the handwritten negative caption as:“The famous Lovana and Nick – Tijuana’s Best Dancers – Tijuana Bar – Mexico”This dynamic image captures a moment from Tijuana’s vibrant entertainment scene during the early 20th century, when border-town bars, cabarets, and dance halls flourished as major attractions for American tourists.The dancers are photographed mid-performance inside a bustling bar, giving this RPPC both historical and cultural value.? Front Image DetailsTwo professional dancers, identified as Lovana and Nick, captured mid-motion in expressive dance poses.Lovana wears a fringed grass-style skirt, beaded accessories, and floral adornments — classic costume elements in nightclub floor shows of the era.Nick wears coordinated dance attire, including light trousers, a patterned headpiece, and sash.The bar interior provides rich context:Hanging lamps and mirrored ceiling fixturesBartender in white jacket watching the performancePatrons and musicians visible in the backgroundBar counter, signage, and band instruments partially visibleWonderful stage energy, crisp movement, and expressive facial detail.This is the kind of RPPC that rarely survived because they were often sold locally as souvenirs and printed in small runs.? Back DetailsAZO stamp box with four upward triangles, dating the postcard to 1904–1918.Unused divided back with light toning and a small stain in the lower corner.Clean writing surface.? Historical ContextDuring the 1910s–1930s, Tijuana became a major entertainment destination, especially during U.S. Prohibition (1920–1933). Visitors crossed the border seeking:dance hallscabaret showsbars and casinoslive musiccultural nightlife not available in the U.S.Dancers like Lovana and Nick performed in these venues, often becoming local celebrities known to travelers.Very few RPPCs exist that identify performers by name, making this card especially valuable.Tijuana Bar (referenced in the caption) was one of the well-known entertainment stops located near the Avenida Revolución district.? Postcard DetailsReal Photo Postcard (RPPC)AZO stamp box, 1904–1918 eraApprox. 3.5” × 5.5”Unposted? ConditionStrong image clarity and contrastLight corner wearMinor surface toning consistent with ageSmall stain on reverse bottom right (does not affect image)Overall, a well-preserved, rare, and visually compelling entertainment RPPC.? Perfect For Collectors OfTijuana & border-town historyEarly cabaret, dance, and nightlife ephemeraMexican entertainment historyRPPC performers & entertainersProhibition-era tourismEarly 1900s bar interiorsVintage dance culture
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