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Greetings Card : MAIL SERVICE, 1799. Woodcut advertisement from The Northern Budget, Troy, New York
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MAIL SERVICE, 1799. Woodcut advertisement from The Northern Budget, Troy, New York
MAIL SERVICE, 1799.
Woodcut advertisement from The Northern Budget, Troy, New York, 1799
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Media ID 12225926
1799 Advertising Equestrian Mail New York Postman Troy
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of vintage-inspired greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This charming design features a woodcut advertisement from The Northern Budget, Troy, New York, dated 1799. The image, sourced from The Granger Collection, showcases a mail service scene, transporting you back to the early days of postal delivery. Add a touch of history to your correspondence with these beautifully crafted, one-of-a-kind cards. Perfect for any occasion, these cards are sure to leave a lasting impression.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This woodcut advertisement from 1799 showcases the essential mail service of that era. The image, sourced from The Northern Budget in Troy, New York, transports us back to a time when communication relied on horseback riders and their trusty steeds. In this intricate print, an American equestrian is depicted atop his majestic horse, embodying the spirit of dedication and hard work required for delivering mail across vast distances. With determination etched on his face, he represents the unsung heroes who ensured timely correspondence between towns and cities. The text accompanying the woodcut serves as a reminder of how crucial these men were in connecting communities during a pivotal period in American history. It evokes nostalgia for simpler times when handwritten letters held immense value and personal connections were forged through ink-stained parchment. As we admire this historical artifact captured by Granger Art on Demand, it's impossible not to appreciate the significance of such advertisements in shaping our nation's growth. Beyond its artistic appeal lies a testament to human ingenuity and resourcefulness—qualities that continue to drive progress today. Let this remarkable piece transport you back two centuries ago—a time when horses galloped tirelessly through rugged terrains to deliver messages that bridged gaps between people separated by distance.
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