Vintage 1943 Copacabana Beach postcard showing Hotel Riviera, Avenida Atlantica, beachgoers with striped umbrellas, and Art Deco buildings along the Rio de Janeiro waterfront

Back of 1943 Rio de Janeiro postcard with handwritten message dated July 2, 1943, Brazilian postal stamp, US censorship markings, and Los Angeles California address

$25.00

Vintage 1943 Copacabana Beach Postcard - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Avenida Atlantica Hotel Riviera Postcard SP22

Step back in time with this authentic vintage postcard from July 2, 1943, featuring the stunning Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This real photo postcard captures the iconic Avenida Atlantica beachfront with the Hotel Riviera prominently displayed, showcasing the glamorous Art Deco architecture of the era.

Historical Details:

Mailed from Rio de Janeiro on July 2, 1943
Features beachgoers enjoying one of the world's most famous beaches
Shows the Hotel Riviera and modernist apartment buildings along Avenida Atlantica
Includes vintage striped beach umbrellas and the sandy shoreline
Original handwritten message and postal markings on reverse
Addressed to Los Angeles, California

This postcard offers a fascinating glimpse into wartime Rio de Janeiro, when Copacabana was already establishing itself as a world-class resort destination. The sepia-toned photograph beautifully captures the beach culture and urban development of 1940s Brazil.

Condition: Vintage with age-appropriate wear, postal markings, and patina that add to its authentic character and historical charm.