Chicago IL Illinois Hotel Sherman 1911 Divided Postcard Used V O Hammon

This original linen postcard features a vibrant color illustration of the historic Hotel Sherman in Chicago, Illinois. Printed by the well-known V.O. Hammon Publishing Co. of Chicago, the card boasts the characteristic textured linen finish popular in early 20th-century postcards, enhancing the vivid details and rich colors of this iconic architectural landmark. The postcard captures the grand hotel from a street corner perspective, complete with bustling pedestrians, vintage automobiles, and American flags flying atop the building.

Postmarked in Chicago, September 1911, this postcard offers a fascinating glimpse into the era's urban life and architectural grandeur. The back includes a handwritten note and a one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin, adding to its collectible appeal. Measuring the standard vintage postcard size of approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches, this piece is a desirable addition for collectors of early 1900s Americana, Chicago history, or linen postcards.

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