1940 Chinese School in Chinatown San Francisco California Vintage Postcard

About This Vintage Postcard

This vibrant linen-era postcard depicts the historic Chinese Central High School in San Francisco's Chinatown. The architectural illustration highlights the building's striking traditional Chinese design, featuring a green-tiled pagoda-style roof, ornate red pillars, and a decorative iron fence adorned with traditional symbols. Located at 843 Stockton Street, this institution was established in the early 20th century to provide language and cultural education to the children of the local community, standing as a testament to the enduring heritage and resilience of one of the oldest Chinatowns in North America.

Details

Era: Linen (1940)
City: San Francisco
State or Region: California
Country: United States
Topic: Chinese School, Chinatown San Francisco, Pagoda Architecture, Chinese-American Heritage, San Francisco Landmarks
Condition: Uncirculated
Postage: None
Address Side: divided back
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Artist / Photographer: Unknown
Publisher: Stanley A. Piltz Company, San Francisco, Calif.
Printer: Curt Teich & Co., Chicago (C.T. Art-Colortone)
Print Type: Halftone Lithograph

Additional Information

Part of the "Pictorial Wonderland" Art-Tone series (No. 73), the back features an interesting cultural note regarding the school's schedule: "Chinese children attend the American public schools during the day, and in early evening for several hours go to their own Chinese School, where their native language is taught." This uncirculated card remains a crisp example of mid-century San Francisco memorabilia.

This card would look great framed or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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