Name/Title
Peaceful Spot Along the Waterfront on the Gulf of Mexico, Key West, FloridaEntry/Object ID
2016.22.0866Description
Postcard depicting buildings and boats in the Key West Bight with the Curry & Sons Ship Chandlery in the background. Caption reads, 'Peaceful Spot Along the Waterfront on the Gulf of Mexico, Key West, Florida.' Notation on verso, 'Sun and shadow make picturesque reflections along the Key West waterfront. Key West is one of the most beautiful tropical keys off the coast of Florida. It is joined to the mainland by the new Overseas Highway and is fast becoming a very popular resort center.'Subject 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
Linen (1930-1945)Place Published
City
Key WestState/Province
FloridaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaCounty
MonroeDate Published
circa 1935 - circa 1950Printer
Tichnor Brothers Inc.Place Printed
City
BostonState/Province
MassachusettsCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaDimensions
Height
3-1/2 inWidth
5-1/2 inCondition
Reason for Exam
At AcquisitionCondition
Grade 3 Very Good