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Discover a fascinating glimpse into the past with this antique stereoview card from the renowned Keystone View Company. This stereograph, numbered 1048, captures a vibrant scene titled "37173 Bishop Street, an Attractive Business Street in Honolulu, Hawaii." The image showcases a bustling city street lined with stately buildings featuring classical architecture and numerous palm trees, characteristic of Hawaii's tropical environment. Vintage automobiles from the 1930s era are visible on the street, providing a vivid snapshot of daily life and transportation in Honolulu during that period. The detailed stereoscopic image offers a captivating 3D perspective of this historic Hawaiian business district.This single stereoview card is a classic example of Keystone View Company's extensive collection, designed to transport viewers to distant locales. The reverse side features an extensive descriptive text titled "20583 BISHOP STREET IN HONOLULU, HAWAII," detailing the street's appeal as an enterprising metropolis, its architectural features, and the variety of tropical plants like bougainvillea, oleanders, and hibiscus. The text also mentions the absence of billboards and the presence of small electric signs, providing valuable historical context for the scene. This card is a wonderful addition for collectors of antique stereoviews, Hawaiian memorabilia, or those interested in early 20th-century urban landscapes and 3D photography.Verified Specifications:
Item Type: Stereoview Card
Publisher/Manufacturer: Keystone View Company
Subject Matter: Cityscape, Street Scene, Architecture, Automobiles, Palm Trees, Urban Life
View Title & Number: "37173 Bishop Street, an Attractive Business Street in Honolulu, Hawaii." (#1048)
Format/Mount Type: Curved Mount
Materials: Cardboard mount, paper print
Features: Stereoscopic 3D image, detailed descriptive text on reverse
City/State/Province/Country: Honolulu, Hawaii (view location); Meadville, Pa., New York, N. Y., Chicago, Ill., London, England (publisher locations); Made in U.S.A.
Logos/Graphics: Keystone View Company diamond logo
Identifiers: View numbers 1048 and 37173, descriptive text number 20583, "COPYRIGHTED" claim
Dimensions: Approx. 7 inches (width) x 3.5 inches (height)
