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Tent City, Santa Catalina Island Postcard. 1904, Tent City, Santa Catalina Island Postcard
Filename: 918_11_LW004223.jpg
Size: 2550 x 1491 (2.5MB)
Date: 28th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
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Tent City, Santa Catalina Island Postcard. 1904, Tent City, Santa Catalina Island Postcard
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Media ID 9777985
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American Period Or Style Card Channel Islands Color Prints Commercial Art And Graphic Design Design Arts Detroit Photographic Company Exterior Linear Perspective Located In Lake County Museum North American Pacific Coast North American Period Or Style One Point Perspective Photolithographs Planographic Prints Postcard Rural Scenes Stripes Tent Transfer Prints Trees Santa Catalina Island Tent City
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage postcard from 1904 captures the charming allure of Tent City on Santa Catalina Island. The exterior of this temporary settlement is beautifully depicted, showcasing its unique architecture and rustic charm. Surrounded by tall trees, the tents stand in perfect harmony with nature, creating a picturesque scene that transports us back in time. The postcard's design exudes an old-world aesthetic with its antique feel and linear perspective. The vibrant stripes adorning the tents add a touch of color to the otherwise rural setting. This print not only serves as a memento but also reflects the commercial art and graphic design prevalent during that period. Located on North America's Pacific Coast, Santa Catalina Island has long been known for its scenic beauty and idyllic landscapes. This postcard offers a glimpse into one corner of this enchanting island, capturing its essence through photolithographs and transfer prints. Preserved at the Lake County Museum, this historic piece showcases American craftsmanship and artistic style from over a century ago. With its one-point perspective technique, it draws viewers into the heart of Tent City, inviting them to imagine what life was like in this charming settlement. As we admire this image today, we can appreciate how it encapsulates both nostalgia for simpler times and admiration for human ingenuity in creating such temporary yet beautiful dwellings amidst nature's splendor.
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