MATSUSHIMA BAY Japan Pine Islets Temple Sailboats Postcard

Description

View MATSUSHIMA BAY Japan Pine Islets Temple Sailboats Postcard with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. A striking red-roofed temple or shrine structure is prominently featured on one of the islands, connected by a vibrant red bridge, adding a touch of traditional Japanese architecture to the natural splendor. Discover the breathtaking beauty of Matsushima Bay, Japan, captured on this exquisite vintage postcard. The scene features the iconic bay dotted with numerous pine-clad islets, a sight renowned as one of Japan's most representative landscapes. A striking red-roofed temple or shrine structure is prominently featured on one of the islands, connected by a vibrant red bridge, adding a touch of traditional Japanese architecture to the natural splendor. Several elegant sailboats glide across the calm waters, while a gathering of people onshore completes this picturesque vista. This postcard is a wonderful example of early to mid-20th century printing, showcasing vibrant colors typical of the era. The detailed imagery highlights the unique geographical features and cultural elements of Matsushima. It's a perfect collectible for enthusiasts of Japanese history, travel, or vintage ephemera, offering a glimpse into a cherished destination. The card bears the publisher's mark 'I.P.M.S.', indicating its origin from a known postcard manufacturer. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Topographical Postcards.

Region

Tohoku

City

Matsushima

Subject

Landscape

Country of Origin

Japan

Country

Japan

Theme

Travel, Boats, Cities Towns, Sea

Unit of Sale

Single Unit

Type

Printed (Lithograph)

Original/Licensed Reprint

Original

Postage Condition

Unposted

Era

Photochrome (1939-Now)

Continent

Asia

Material

Cardboard

Brand/Publisher

I.P.M.S.

Signed

No

Size

Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)

Time Period Manufactured

1940-1969

Unit Type

Unit

Country/Region of Manufacture

Japan