This vintage postcard presents a unique scene of workers at a Johannesburg mine compound playing pianos outdoors. The image includes a festive greeting, “A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,” from Harriet Labarthe, adding a personal touch. The sepia-toned photo offers a rare look into the lives and culture of workers in historical Johannesburg, South Africa.
Details:
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Type: Vintage Postcard
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Condition: As Pictured
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Postmark Date: Not Applicable
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Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
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Publisher/Photographer: Unknown
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Stamp: None
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Message: Handwritten holiday greetings and a message about Johannesburg.
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Perfect For: Collectors of South African history, vintage cultural postcards, and those interested in early 20th-century life in Johannesburg.
Condition of postcard is normal with age, and storage might have some yellowing/tanning, creases and edge dents, edge/corner wear and other wear, and could have writing on front and/or back.
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