Raphael Tuck Oilette Postcard - Brandenburg Gate Berlin Night Scene c1900s

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View Raphael Tuck Oilette Postcard - Brandenburg Gate Berlin Night Scene c1900s with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The card features an exquisite artistic rendition of the famous landmark, bathed in the soft glow of evening lights under a brooding, cloudy sky. The reverse side clearly bears the Raphael Tuck & Sons publisher mark, a hallmark of quality and historical significance. 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. Discover a captivating piece of history with this vintage Raphael Tuck & Sons "Oilette" postcard, showcasing a dramatic night scene of Berlin's iconic Brandenburg Gate. The card features an exquisite artistic rendition of the famous landmark, bathed in the soft glow of evening lights under a brooding, cloudy sky. In the foreground, two figures in an early automobile or cart add a touch of period charm, offering a glimpse into early 20th-century urban life. This collectible postcard, part of Tuck's renowned Oilette series (Card No. 161B), is a testament to the publisher's high-quality chromolithographic printing techniques, designed to mimic oil paintings. The reverse side clearly bears the Raphael Tuck & Sons publisher mark, a hallmark of quality and historical significance. A handwritten notation on the back, likely indicating a date around the turn of the century, further enhances its historical appeal. This postcard is a must-have for collectors of Berlin memorabilia, Raphael Tuck ephemera, or those fascinated by early automotive history and European cityscapes. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Topographical Postcards.

Region

Brandenburg

City

Berlin

Subject

Brandenburg Gate

Country of Origin

United Kingdom

Country

Germany

Theme

Cities Towns

Postage Condition

Unposted

Era

Undivided Back (c.1901-1907)

Continent

Europe