Water Chute and Bridge Bradford Exhibition 1904 England - Postcard SP24

Scene Details:

• Dramatic moonlit night view of the Water Chute and Bridge at the Bradford Exhibition, 1904
• Large inclined water chute structure at left with ornamental bridge leading to a pavilion with flags
• Illuminated with globe lights strung throughout the grounds and along the bridge
• Lake below with rowing boats, a large illuminated swan or serpent water feature visible
• Dense crowds of visitors lining walkways and terraces
• Full moon visible upper right against a night sky
• Tinted in steel blue/green moonlight effect — highly atmospheric
• Caption at top: "Water Chute & Bridge, Bradford Exhibition, 1904"
• Publisher/series: Glydax Series — Copyright noted lower right

Postal Markings:

• Green half penny King Edward VII stamp, upper right
• Circular postmark (partially legible): Bradford or local area, circa 1904
• Divided back: "This Space, as well as the Back, may now be used for Communication (Post Office Regulation)"
• Handwritten message (left): "Please learn Bob the new language"
• Addressed to: Miss S. Thompson, Giffen Place, Saltcoats, Ayrshire

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