Vintage 1927 Chicago Coliseum Postcard Wabash Avenue Historic Landmark

This vintage postcard features the iconic Chicago Coliseum located on Wabash Avenue near 16th Street. The colored lithograph view captures the immense building's castle-like architecture with its stone turrets, decorative flags, and bustling crowds lined along the street. The Coliseum was a notable venue in Chicago's history, used for automobile, land, and electrical exhibitions as well as political conventions. The postcard, published by Max Rigot Selling Co. and marked UNICO, dates back to at least 1927 as indicated by the postmark.

Measuring a standard 5.5 x 3.5 inches, this original postcard shows a detailed cityscape including early 20th-century streetcars, vintage automobiles, and pedestrians in period attire. It offers a fascinating glimpse into Chicago's urban life and architecture during the 1920s. Collectors and history enthusiasts will appreciate the historical significance and artistic style of this piece, which also includes a handwritten message.

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