Vintage Colonial Line S.S. Arrow & Comet Steamship Linen Postcard
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This vintage linen postcard features a vibrant illustration of the S.S. Arrow and S.S. Comet, twin 330-foot triple screw turbine vessels of the Colonial Line. The artwork captures the grandeur of these New England steamships as they traverse the waters between New York, Providence, and Boston. The detailed image showcases the ship's multiple decks crowded with passengers, colorful signal flags, and the distinctive orange funnels bearing the company logo. Produced using the iconic 'C.T. Art-Colortone' process by Curt Teich & Co., the postcard exhibits the classic textured linen finish and saturated colors typical of the late 1930s.The reverse side provides fascinating historical context, noting the ships' departures from Pier 11, North River, N.Y.C., and mentioning Captain Ollweiler. It serves as a wonderful piece of maritime history, documenting the era of overnight steamship travel in the Northeast. This collectible item is an excellent addition for enthusiasts of nautical history, steamship memorabilia, or vintage New York and New England travel ephemera.
This vintage linen postcard features a vibrant illustration of the S.S. Arrow and S.S. Comet, twin 330-foot triple screw turbine vessels of the Colonial Line. The artwork captures the grandeur of these New England steamships as they traverse the waters between New York, Providence, and Boston. The detailed image showcases the ship's multiple decks crowded with passengers, colorful signal flags, and the distinctive orange funnels bearing the company logo. Produced using the iconic 'C.T. Art-Colortone' process by Curt Teich & Co., the postcard exhibits the classic textured linen finish and saturated colors typical of the late 1930s.The reverse side provides fascinating historical context, noting the ships' departures from Pier 11, North River, N.Y.C., and mentioning Captain Ollweiler. It serves as a wonderful piece of maritime history, documenting the era of overnight steamship travel in the Northeast. This collectible item is an excellent addition for enthusiasts of nautical history, steamship memorabilia, or vintage New York and New England travel ephemera.
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- Almetz101 (677)
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- 02/09/2023
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- Connecticut, United States
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