The scene beautifully captures the vibrant spiritual heart of the city, showcasing an array of ancient temples and traditional buildings rising majestically from the banks of the Ganges River. This evocative image transports viewers to a bygone era, highlighting the profound cultural and religious significance of one of India’s most revered pilgrimage sites.
Postcard Varanasi Uttar Pradesh India Dashashwamedh Ghat Boats 1910s View Condition is “Pre-owned”. Condition of postcard is normal with age and storage. Might have some yellowing/tanning, creases and edge dents, edge/corner wear and other wear and could have some writing on front and/or back. Detailed scans/pictures are of front and back please refer to them for more details on condition. COMBINED SHIPPING is always available for all paper/ephemera. The first item will ship for the quoted price. Each additional item added to your cart and purchased at the same time will ship for FREE. Please add all items to cart before checking out for combined shipping total.
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1860s CDV photo of the “South Front President’s House” (White House) in Washington, D. C. No photographer backmark.
The scene is dominated by a prominent church with a tall, distinctive spire, serving as the architectural and communal anchor of the village. The background is defined by a dramatic wall of snow-capped alpine peaks, their jagged ridges and glacial contours providing a majestic natural backdrop that firmly establishes the card’s Swiss provenance.
Published by E. Goetz of Luzern as number 1612 in their series, the image presents Wassen nestled within the steep Reuss Valley, its iconic white church perched on a promontory above the village houses.
This card was underwritten by the German Village Society of Quincy.
This stereoview card features a black and white photograph of the Museum of Indian Arts and Industries in Jeypore (Jaipur), India.
This architectural choice was emblematic of the French Protectorate era (1912-1956), reflecting the colonial administration’s desire to project order and permanence through civic architecture. The paper has aged to a warm cream tone, with minor wear at the corners and edges consistent with careful handling over decades.
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