This dramatic postcard of the Capitol Building in Havana, Cuba was used as a Christmas card in 1935.  No reds and greens to mark the occasion, just the warm colors of the city at sunset.

Vintage (1935) Color-Litho White Border Linen Postcard

Capitol Building, Havana, Cuba - Front Text.

''The Capitol Building is a marvel of Engineering, Sculpture and Painting. Built at a cost of over sixteen million dollars it represents everything modern in construction and is considered the most beautiful palace in Latin America. One of the greatest features in the interior is the enormous statue representing Cuba.'' - Back Text.

12457 is Printed on Back of Card at Top

Published By Roberts & Co., Havana, Cuba

Made in U.S.A.

Card has Been Written Upon and Dated. Never Posted. No Stamps.

Corners are Turned and Scuffed. Front, Right-Hand Bottom Corner has a Fold Line Across it. Arcs From White Border Up in to Rose Bushes. Approx. 3/4" in Length.

Back has 'Darkening' or Smudging in Areas, as Does Front White Border Area.

The Ink has Smudged and Faded in the Written Letter.

There are Brown Spots/Stains on Left-Hand Side of the Card at Back. Under the Word 'Joys' and Right Before 'Of' and Before 'The'. Circular Stain at End is Bigger. It Runs Approx. 1/4" in Length. All Stains are Raised and Textured in Feel.

Paper Has Darkened from Age.

Please See Photos for Condition of Postcard.

Measures Approx. 5 1/2" x 3 1/2"

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