Leipzig University Augustusplatz Market Raphael Tuck Oilette Postcard Germany

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Condition: Used

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View Leipzig University Augustusplatz Market Raphael Tuck Oilette Postcard Germany with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This exquisite vintage postcard captures a vibrant scene of Leipzig's historic Augustusplatz, showcasing the magnificent University buildings. The prominent neoclassical structure and the adjacent Gothic-inspired architecture stand majestically, surrounded by a lively market square teeming with people and horse-drawn carriages. This detailed view offers a glimpse into daily life and the architectural grandeur of early 20th-century Leipzig. Part of the renowned Raphael Tuck & Sons "Oilette" series, this postcard is a testament to the publisher's artistic quality, known for its painterly depictions. The reverse provides a fascinating historical description of the University, noting its 1409 foundation and extensive restorations completed in the late 19th century. Printed in Bavaria, this collectible piece beautifully blends historical documentation with artistic charm, making it a significant addition for enthusiasts of German history, architecture, or vintage postcards. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Topographical Postcards.

Region: Saxony
City: Leipzig
Subject: Cityscape
Country of Origin: Germany
Country: Germany
Theme: Cities Towns
Postage Condition: Unposted
Era: Undivided Back (c. 1901-1907)
Continent: Europe