Leipzig Petersstrasse 1909 Postcard - German Trade Fair Street Scene

Description

View Leipzig Petersstrasse 1909 Postcard - German Trade Fair Street Scene with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This captivating vintage postcard transports you to Leipzig's bustling Petersstrasse in 1909, during the vibrant "Engros-Messe" (Trade Fair). The street is a dynamic tapestry of early 20th-century commerce, teeming with pedestrians and adorned with a multitude of colorful advertising banners for various businesses, including "Stop Stop," "Klavierspiel," "Gebrüder Feisenberger," and "NORIS." This detailed chromolithograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and commercial spirit of Leipzig, Germany, over a century ago, highlighting the city's role as a significant trade hub. The reverse side of this historical piece confirms its journey through time, featuring a clear Leipzig 1G postmark dated August 4, 1909, alongside a 5 Pfennig Deutsches Reich stamp. The postcard was published by Dr. Trenkler Co. of Leipzig and sent to Berlin, adding to its authentic historical provenance. Collectors of German postcards, Leipzig memorabilia, and early 20th-century street scenes will appreciate the rich detail and historical significance captured in this unique piece. This is an original postcard see pictures for condition use the zoom and please ask questions. Any long straight black or white lines on the image that extend over the edges of the postcard were caused by pieces of dirt/dust on the scanner plate and are not on the card itself. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Topographical Postcards.

Region

Saxony

City

Leipzig

Subject

Street Scene

Country of Origin

Germany

Country

Germany

Theme

Cityscape

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Postage Condition

Posted

Continent

Europe

Brand/Publisher

Dr. Trenkler Co. Leipzig

Size

Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)