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Haarlem & Delft Postcards – Mixed Dutch Publishers (Early 20th Century)
This listing is for a single combined lot of 56 early 20th‑century Dutch postcards, housed in a blue gilted Haarlem & Delft box. The collection includes cards from multiple regional publishers, with a strong concentration in Delft‑based firms and a substantial group issued by the Haarlem Museum. The cards represent a wide range of architectural and urban views from both cities.
Publisher Breakdown (Complete and Verified)
P. Delft – Delft — 11 cards
Uitg. Firma P. van Citters Zonen — 10 cards
K. Erkvoogen – Delft — 5 cards
Echte Fotographie — 5 cards
Uitg. Jac. Simons — 3 cards
NV A.J. Nuss — 2 cards
WBS+S — 2 cards (the only color cards in the lot)
DBM — 1 card (No. 87)
Haarlem Museum — 14 cards
Miscellaneous publishers — 3 cards
Many of cards appear to be sepia or black‑and‑white collotype views, typical of Dutch postcard production from the 1900–1930 period. A few cards retain original perforated edges, indicating booklet or fold‑out origin.
The Haarlem Museum group provides especially strong documentary value, while the Delft publishers contribute a cohesive set of architectural and urban views.
Condition
Cards are unposted without writing. Some cards have rather significant curling, and some cards are larger than the standard postcard size.
The blue gilted box shows typical age‑related wear but remains intact.
Vintage‑Item Disclaimer
This collection shows normal age‑related wear, including possible rubbing, toning, or light handling marks appropriate to vintage postcards.
