{"title":"Vintage Dexter Press Postcards","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"1963-baby-fur-seal-postcard","title":"1960s Fur Seal Pup Postcard","description":"\u003cp\u003e1963-4 vintage topographical postcard. Baby Fur Seal, 9-Month-Old Pup, Photo by Alex Walker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Dexter Press fauna postcard would look great framed or make a nice addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42823825588413,"sku":"PC835","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/PC835_a.jpg?v=1734837725"},{"product_id":"1978-cemetery-christ-episcopal-church-milford-delaware-postcard","title":"1978 Christ Episcopal Church Cemetery Milford DE Postcard","description":"\u003cp\u003e1978 real photo postcard by renowned photographer Richard Pulling. An exterior photo postcard of the Christ Episcopal Church and Graveyard in Milford, Delaware. The photographer of this card was Richard C. Pulling. Pulling was born in 1930. He served in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps for seven years. He then worked on the Apollo Moon Landing project. 4 x 6 inch Continental-sized card.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42824498741437,"sku":"PC878","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/pc878_a.jpg?v=1781761812"},{"product_id":"006","title":"1961 City of Six Flags Seal Mobile Anniversary AL Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into a moment of great southern pride with this vibrant tribute to the \"City of Six Flags.\" Issued in 1961, this anniversary keepsake celebrates Mobile’s unique heritage. Mobile is a place where enchanting colonial traditions meet the bold, enduring progress of a historic port city. From the proud display of its diverse history to the golden promise of its 250th year, this card is a colorful window into the soul of Alabama’s oldest city during its most celebratory era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome, 1960s (1961)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Mobile\u003cbr\u003eState: Alabama\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopic: \u003cspan\u003eAnniversaries, Seals \u0026amp; Emblems, Flags, City History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer: Unstated (Official Anniversary Design)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical (Portrait)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Mobile 250th Anniv. Celeb. Corp. (Art Service \/ Dexter Press)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis commemorative piece honors Mobile’s rich history, from its founding on the bay by Jean Baptiste Lemoyne Bienville in 1711 to its status as one of America's fastest-growing cities in 1961. The central medallion is a \"silent monument\" to the city's journey, surrounded by the six flags that have flown over its soil: France, Great Britain, Spain, the Republic of Alabama, the Confederacy, and the United States. 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This legend warns that anyone who drinks the \"sparkling stream\" of the Hassayampa will \"never tell the truth again.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome 1950s (1956-57)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Wickenburg\u003cbr\u003eState: Arizona\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Roadside Attractions, Folklore, Landmarks, Western Americana, Cattle Brands\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer: Unspecified\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Dexter Press, Bradshaw's Photo Shop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Hassayampa Legend: \u003cbr\u003eThere's a legend centuries old, by the early Spaniards, that tells of a sparkling stream that lies under Arizona skies. Hassayampa is its name, and the title to its fame is a wondrous quality known today from sea to sea. Those who drink its water bright, Red man, White man, Boor or Knight, Girls or women, boys or men, Never tell the truth again.\" by Andrew Downing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its rustic split-rail fence and sun-drenched desert atmosphere, this card perfectly captures the whimsical folklore and rugged ranching heritage that have drawn travelers to Wickenburg for generations. This vintage postcard would look great framed or make an excellent addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44987158790333,"sku":"035","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/035_a.jpg?v=1774826336"},{"product_id":"082","title":"1958 Nathan Hale's Homestead Lebanon CT Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country,\" were the final, defiant words of the young schoolteacher who once called this sturdy New England house his home. This quiet homestead stands as a monument to a son who left the safety of these rooms to become a selfless figure in the story of a new nation. It was here that a family waited for news of a patriot who would never return, having given everything for a dream of independence. The simple, honest lines of the architecture reflect the spirit of those early days, inviting you to imagine the courage it took to step away from this hearth and into the uncertainty of a revolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome 1950s (1958)\u003cbr\u003eCity: South Coventry\u003cbr\u003eState: Connecticut\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Nathan Hale Homestead, Revolutionary War, Historic Houses, Patriotic, Landmarks, Residences\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer: Unspecified\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Dexter Press, NATCO Natural Color Cards Co.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44989424369853,"sku":"082","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/082_a.jpg?v=1774886589"},{"product_id":"132","title":"1972 Warrior Sign Lumahai Beach Kauai HI Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe emerald peaks of Kauai’s North Shore watch over the sweeping, golden crescent of Lumahai Beach. Known to some as the cinematic setting for Bali Hai, this pristine stretch of coast feels like a sanctuary at the edge of the world, where the rhythmic pulse of the Pacific meets the quiet strength of the ancient cliffs. It is a vibrant invitation to lose oneself in the untouched majesty of the Garden Island, a place where the spirit of old Hawaii still breathes in the salt air and the deep green of the tropical canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome 1970s (1972)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Kauai, Lumahai Beach\u003cbr\u003eState: Hawaii\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Travel, Beaches, Souvenir, Lumahai Beach, Kauai North Shore, Hawaii Visitors Bureau Warrior Sign, Tropical, Landscapes, Movies (South Pacific)\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer:\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: World Wide Distributors Ltd., Honolulu (Printed by Dexter Press)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44989959635133,"sku":"132","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/132_a.jpg?v=1774912707"},{"product_id":"202","title":"1941 Aerial View Pennsylvania Turnpike Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis deckle edge postcard presents an aerial view of the 13-mile tangent of the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Cumberland County, capturing the early days of America's first superhighway. The light-colored roadway cuts a precise line through a patchwork of green and brown fields, forested areas, and gently rolling hills. In the distance, a mountain range rises beyond the valley, adding depth to the scenic landscape. Vehicles can be spotted on the turnpike, highlighting its role as a vital transportation route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome 1940s (1941)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Carlisle (West of)\u003cbr\u003eState: Pennsylvania\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Transportation, Roadways, Highways, Aerial Views, Pennsylvania Turnpike, Infrastructure, Aerial Photography\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer: Unknown\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated, Deckle Edge\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Sidney S. Koch \/ Dexter Press (published for the Howard Johnson Restaurants)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the physical markers of the card itself, this is a smooth-surface lithograph produced by the Dexter Press of Pearl River, NY. Unlike common textured cards of the period, this specimen utilizes the \"Aquarelle Process,\" a high-quality lithographic method used by Dexter in the 1930s and early 1940s to produce vibrant, painterly colors. The production number 21315 and the specific Pearl River, N.Y. imprint confirm a publication date closely following the Pennsylvania Turnpike's October 1940 opening. The card was published for the Howard Johnson Restaurants by Sidney S. Koch of Altoona, PA, part of the early roadside distribution network for the new \"Super Highway.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44994554527933,"sku":"202","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/202_a.jpg?v=1774999450"},{"product_id":"212","title":"1968 Pittsburgh Hilton Hotel PA Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sleek mid century geometry of the Pittsburgh Hilton Hotel dominates this vibrant 1960s scene in the heart of Gateway Center. This color lithograph produced during the Chrome Era highlights the 22 story landmark’s distinctive gold anodized aluminum frame and grid like facade which stood as a symbol of Pittsburgh’s Renaissance redevelopment. Set against the backdrop of the modern Gateway Towers in the Golden Triangle the scene captures the bustling energy of the city's entrance to Point State Park. The crisp blue sky and rows of period automobiles preserve a truly gorgeous and futuristic image of 1960s urban sophistication\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome 1960s (1968)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Pittsburgh\u003cbr\u003eState: Pennsylvania\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopic: Pittsburgh Hilton Hotel, Hotels\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Dexter Press, Wonday Film Service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pittsburgh Hilton officially opened in December 1959, and this card was published for Wonday Film Service, Inc. of Wilkinsburg, PA, part of the regional distribution network documenting the city's modern skyline. The reverse provides a historical description of the 22 story air conditioned hotel, noting its location at the junction of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers where the Ohio is formed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44994607972541,"sku":"212","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/212_a.jpg?v=1775002634"},{"product_id":"216","title":"1950 Nativity Scene Laurel Caverns Farmington PA Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nativity Scene at Laurel Caverns stands as a remarkable testament to the power of nature, where millions of years of geological activity have carved a formation that evokes a quiet, subterranean reverence. This color lithograph captures the scene’s dramatic interplay of deep blues and warm oranges, highlighting the intricate textures of the Mississippian age sandstone within Pennsylvania's largest cave system. Located atop Chestnut Ridge near Uniontown, the formation is a centerpiece of the cavern's four mile labyrinth, preserved in this truly gorgeous and surreal image that showcases the sculptural beauty found deep within the Laurel Highlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome 1950s (1950) \u003cbr\u003eCity: Farmington (Uniontown Area)\u003cbr\u003eState: Pennsylvania\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Laurel Caverns, Natural Rock Formations, Caves, Nativity Scene, Geological Wonders\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Wonday Film Service, Inc. \/ Dexter Press\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the mid 20th century, Dexter Press was a massive wholesale printer that provided \"contract printing\" for hundreds of local publishers like Wonday Film Service, Inc. in Wilkinsburg, PA. In these cases, the local company's name was printed as the primary publisher, while Dexter’s identity was often reduced to just their signature inventory number. This card specifically highlights the Nativity Scene as a natural formation in what is recognized as possibly the largest calcareous sandstone cave in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44994748285117,"sku":"216","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/216_a.jpg?v=1775005707"},{"product_id":"338","title":"1954 Wharfs at Sunset Cape Cod MA Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tranquil dusk settles over the fish wharves of Cape Cod, where the silhouettes of weathered maritime buildings stand in stark relief against a sky of soft gold and amber. The gentle ripple of the incoming tide catches the last light of day, echoing the quiet rhythm of a working harbor at rest. It is a scene that perfectly captures the timeless character of coastal Massachusetts, inviting a moment of peaceful reflection on the simple, enduring beauty of the New England shoreline at day's end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome, 1950s (1954)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Provincetown\u003cbr\u003eState: Massachusetts\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Cape Cod Fish Wharves, Maritime Heritage, Harbors, Sunsets, Fishing Shacks\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer: Not credited\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Mayflower Sales Co. (Provincetown, Mass.)\u003cbr\u003ePrinter: Dexter Press, Inc. (West Nyack, N. Y.)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45014403776701,"sku":"338","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/338_a.jpg?v=1775025675"},{"product_id":"386","title":"1975 United Methodist Church Kansas City MO Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enduring stonework and gabled roof of Meyer Boulevard United Methodist Church stand as a quiet testament to community and faith in the heart of Kansas City. Surrounded by a soft carpet of green and the reaching branches of a steady evergreen, the building feels like an anchor in the landscape, a place where generations have found a sense of belonging. There is a peaceful gravity to its architecture, inviting a moment of reflection on the many Sunday mornings and shared gatherings that have unfolded within these walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome, 1970s (circa 1975)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Kansas City\u003cbr\u003eState: Missouri\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Religious Architecture, Churches, Kansas City Landmarks, United Methodist Church\u003cbr\u003eArtist Photographer: Unknown\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: MWM Dexter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally founded in the 1920s as the Meyer Boulevard Evangelical Church, this Brookside landmark served local families for decades before officially becoming the Meyer Boulevard United Methodist Church following a national denominational merger in 1968. Over time, the congregation joined with Central United Methodist, the oldest Protestant church in Kansas City, to remain a cornerstone of the neighborhood. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45015680417981,"sku":"386","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/386.jpg?v=1775054620"},{"product_id":"400","title":"1952 Ringland Hall Hastings College NE Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grand, brick facade of Ringland Hall stands with a quiet dignity that marks the early history of Hastings College. Its striking central tower, reaching toward the clouds, once served as a literal and symbolic beacon for the first students on this Nebraska campus. There is a sense of steadfast purpose in its design, calling to mind the generations of scholars who passed through its doors when the surrounding prairie was still finding its modern form. It remains a handsome piece of academic heritage, reflecting a time of bold beginnings and enduring architectural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome, 1950s (actual year 1952)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Hastings\u003cbr\u003eState: Nebraska\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Universities \u0026amp; Colleges, Ringland Hall, Academic Architecture, Hastings College History, Presbyterian Church\u003cbr\u003eArtist Photographer: Clarence Bell\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated, rounded corners\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Hastings College Bookstore \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45015850680509,"sku":"400","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/400.jpg?v=1775055291"},{"product_id":"420","title":"1971 Cruise \u0026 Mail Ship Lake Winnipesaukee NH Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quiet, steady hum of the M.V. Sophie C is captured here as she glides across the deep blue waters of Lake Winnipesaukee. A crowd of passengers gathers along her railings, drawn by the cool mountain air and the rhythmic lull of the waves against the hull. There is a simple, enduring charm to this historic mail boat, reflecting the slow-paced summer days when a cruise through the islands was the highlight of any New Hampshire holiday. It is a peaceful glimpse into a beloved lakeside tradition, preserved in the bright, clear light of a mid-century afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome, 1970s (1971)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Weirs Beach (Laconia)\u003cbr\u003eState: New Hampshire\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Lake Winnipesaukee, Mail Boats, M.V. Sophie C, Cruising, Nautical Tourism, Americana, Deckle Edge\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer: Unknown\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated, 8-cent \"Flag Over White House\" stamp affixed sideways in the stamp box\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: New England Colour, Derry, N.H.\u003cbr\u003ePrinter: Dexter Press, Inc., West Nyack, N.Y.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis uncirculated postcard features a distinctive deckle edge, a decorative scalloped border popular for mid-century gift shop stationery. The M.V. Sophie C is a legendary fixture of the Lakes Region, celebrated as the first floating post office in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45015893049533,"sku":"420","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/420.jpg?v=1775271958"},{"product_id":"1960-birch-grove-new-jersey","title":"1966 Birch Grove Park Lily Lake Mute Swan Northfield NJ Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA moment of singular grace is captured here, as a mute swan glides through the quiet, reflective waters of Lily Lake. Surrounded by the dense, shadowy silhouettes of the New Jersey pines, the bird’s brilliant white plumage stands out in elegant contrast to the deep teals and ambers of the forest. There is a profound, undisturbed peace in the scene, evoking the cool air and the soft ripple of the water in a sanctuary where time seems to slow. It is a graceful glimpse into the natural beauty of Birch Grove Park, preserved in the vivid, saturated light of a mid-century afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome, 1960s (1966)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Northfield\u003cbr\u003eState: New Jersey\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Mute Swans, Lily Lake, Birch Grove Park, Nature, Wildlife, New Jersey Pinelands\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer: Esquire Photography\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Esquire Photography, Inc.\u003cbr\u003ePrinter: Dexter Press, Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dexter Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45015921950909,"sku":"442","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/442.jpg?v=1775321077"},{"product_id":"446","title":"1958 Lily Lake Swans Keswick Grove NJ Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe graceful white steeple of the chapel finds its twin in the quiet reflection of the water, where a mute swan rests at the edge of the pond. This peaceful sanctuary at Keswick Grove offers a moment of profound stillness, where the simple architecture and the elegant curves of the swan create a scene of enduring beauty. It is a nostalgic glimpse into a place where peace is found, capturing the tranquil, park-like atmosphere that has made this New Jersey landmark a beloved retreat for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Chrome, 1950s (1958)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Whiting (Keswick Grove) Lily Lake\u003cbr\u003eState: New Jersey\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States of America\u003cbr\u003eTopics: Religious Architecture, Chapels, Keswick Grove, Mute Swans, Reflections, Nature\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Photographer: Addison C. 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