1900s Tremezzo Lake Como Italy by J.J. Redmond Vintage Postcard UDB

About This Vintage Postcard

This antique watercolor art postcard features a picturesque view of Tremezzo on Lake Como, Italy. The illustration, signed by artist J.J. Redmond, captures the colorful villas and lush terraces lining the waterfront, with traditional boats moored at the shore. Known for its elegant grand hotels and gardens like Villa Carlotta, Tremezzo is a jewel of the Lombardy region. The artistic rendering highlights the soft Mediterranean light and the romantic atmosphere that made this a premier destination for travelers during the Belle Époque.

Details

Era: Undivided Back (c. 1901–1905)
City: Tremezzo
State: Province of Como
Region: Lombardy
Country: Italy
Topic: Lake Como, Art Postcards, Watercolors, Italian Lakes, Waterfront Villas.
Condition: Uncirculated
Address Side: Undivided Back
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Artist / Photographer: J.J. Redmond
Publisher: Vouga et Cie, Genève
Printer: Chromogravure Maurice Reymond et Cie, Genève
Print Type: Chromogravure / Art Lithograph

Additional Information

The reverse side features the French header Carte Postale and the strict instruction Ce côté est exclusivement réservé à l'adresse, confirming its production during the era when the back was reserved only for the recipient's address. The card is a high-quality chromogravure produced by Maurice Reymond et Cie for the Geneva-based publisher Vouga et Cie. These artistic series by Redmond are highly sought after by collectors of Lake Como ephemera for their vibrant colors and evocative style. The heavy, textured cardstock is characteristic of early twentieth-century premium art postcards.

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