c.1900–1906 Santiago de Cuba “Parte Baja” – Early Color Undivided Back Postcard
Early Cuban color postcard presenting a panoramic view of Santiago de Cuba, captioned “Parte baja de Stgo de Cuba – Lower part of Stgo de Cuba.”
The scene offers a detailed early-20th-century view across the lower part of Santiago toward its bay and surrounding mountains, with houses, tiled rooftops, tropical vegetation and waterfront activity visible throughout the panorama.
The reverse bears the bilingual heading “UNIÓN POSTAL UNIVERSAL / UNION POSTALE UNIVERSELLE – CUBA” and the instruction “En este lado se escribe solamente la dirección.” This undivided-back format is characteristic of the early postcard period.
The postcard is unused, with no handwriting, postage stamp or postmark.
Details: Santiago de Cuba · c.1900–1906 · Parte baja de Stgo de Cuba / Lower part of Stgo de Cuba · Color illustrated postcard · Undivided back · Unused.
Condition: Antique condition with age toning, light staining/foxing, and expected edge and corner wear. The front retains attractive color and considerable image detail. Please examine the photographs carefully for exact condition.