Wildwood By The Sea New Jersey Hotel Lexington Linen Postcard Vintage For Sale

Discover a charming vintage postcard featuring the historic Hotel Lexington, located at 310 E. Garfield Ave, near the beach in Wildwood-By-The-Sea, New Jersey. This delightful linen postcard captures the essence of a mid-20th-century seaside resort, showcasing the hotel\'s distinctive architecture, a welcoming blue awning, and lush floral landscaping. Figures are seen relaxing on the inviting porch, evoking memories of leisurely summer vacations by the ocean. The vibrant colors and textured finish are characteristic of the popular linen postcard era, providing a tactile and visually appealing piece of history. This collectible piece bears a clear Wildwood, New Jersey postmark from 1947, making it a tangible link to a bygone era of travel and communication. The reverse side features a personal handwritten message and a classic one-cent George Washington stamp, addressed to Baltimore, Maryland. Published by Lynn Boyer, Jr. of Wildwood, N.J., and noted for \"Tichnor Quality Views,\" this postcard is a testament to the publishing standards of the period. It offers a unique glimpse into the architectural and social history of Wildwood-By-The-Sea, a popular destination for beachgoers and vacationers.