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Cathedral of St John the Divine New York City NY Chrome Postcard VW Beetle — photo 1 of 2

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About this piece

Vintage chrome postcard of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Amsterdam Ave. and W. 112th St., New York City, a vertical view of the west front with its rose window and the unfinished towers topped by steel framework, with a Volkswagen Beetle and another vintage car parked at the curb. Standard size, about 3.5 x 5.5 inches. Unused with no writing, postmark or stamp; the back has a few brown spots and light toning, front is clean, see photos.

Published by Nester's Map and Guide Corp., 244 West 49th St., N.Y.C., card K113, printed as a Plastichrome by Colourpicture, Boston, Mass. 02130, with number P78363 in the stamp box.

A nice mid-century Manhattan view for collectors of New York City churches, cathedral architecture and classic cars.