Antique RPPC Sailing Vessel “Belem?” On Board Maritime Ship Photo Postcard

Description

View Antique RPPC Sailing Vessel “Belem?” On Board Maritime Ship Photo Postcard with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Handwritten vessel identification on reverse. Good antique condition for its age. Antique real photo postcard featuring an exceptional onboard view from a large sailing vessel at sea. The photograph was taken from within the rigging looking forward across the deck and sails, providing a dramatic sailor’s-eye perspective rarely seen on antique postcards. A handwritten notation on the reverse appears to identify the vessel as  “Belem” , the famous French three-masted barque built in 1896, although this identification has not been independently verified and is being offered as a possibility only. The image captures impressive maritime details including rigging, sails, deck equipment, open sea, and the working environment aboard a traditional windjammer. A desirable item for collectors of nautical history, sailing ships, maritime photography, naval transportation, and real photo postcards. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the description. Condition Good antique condition for its age. Unposted Light age toning Minor corner and edge wear Some surface wear consistent with age Handwritten vessel identification on reverse See photos for complete condition details Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.

Unit of Sale

Single Unit

Number of Items in Set

1

Size

Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)

Signed

No

Material

Paper

Publisher

Unknown

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Brand/Publisher

Unknown

Subject

Sailing Ship

Personalize

No

Type

Real Photo (RPPC)

Era

Divided Back (1907-1915)

Theme

Sailing Ship; Maritime; Rigging; Real Photo

Features

Divided Back

Time Period Manufactured

1900-1919

Postage Condition

Unposted

Country of Origin

United States