Birmingham, AL: Melody Court, FlorenceThis vintage linen postcard of Birmingham, Alabama was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures Melody Court, Florence, Ala.. It survives as a small, vivid window into Birmingham as travelers once saw it. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards , named for the soft, textured rag paper that gave them their warmth and glow , and belongs to the celebrated Tichnor Brothers Collection. This edition has been

following the curve of the Mystic River past clustered brick buildings downtown and outward to the farms and open countryside beyond

the image captures intricate ironwork

It pictures Desert Baths

is a replica of the original church constructed between 1817 and 1819 by architect John Holden Green

This imagery reflects the lifestyle and design preferences of the time

reflects the unique architectural styles of the early 20th century

The photo also features the old smokehouse and servants quarters

further cementing its significance in the study of Southern architecture

Willed to Daniel Bell and his family in 1703

a prominent photographer known for her contributions to architectural photography

Nebraska from 1868: see the history behind this piece in the KNOWOL library

A charming piece of Oregon history for any wall