Name/Title
Audubon HouseEntry/Object ID
2021.07.0001Description
Postcard of the Audubon House as seen from corner of Greene and Whitehead streets. Caption on verso reads, 'This beautiful old waterfront home was built by Sea Captain John Geiger. John James Audubon, famous naturalist painter, resided here as a guest and is reputed to have painted the Great White Crowned Pigeon in the Geiger Tree on the grounds. The home has been restored and is now open to the public. The Elephant Folio of Audubon's Birds of America series is on exhibit here as well as imported antique furniture from England.'Subject Person/Organization
Audubon House & Tropical GardensSubject Place
City
Key WestState/Province
FloridaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaCounty
MonroeCollection
Postcard CollectionLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
PostcardNomenclature Sub-Class
Writing MediaNomenclature Class
Written Communication T&ENomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationPostcard Details
Postcard Type
Photochrome (1930-Present)Place Published
City
MiamiState/Province
FloridaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaDimensions
Height
3-1/2 inWidth
5-1/2 inCondition
Reason for Exam
At AcquisitionCondition
Grade 3 Very Good