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Gift of Jessie Norton-Lazenby, 2021.44.69, Connecticut Historical Society, Copyright Undetermin…
Lake Compounce in Autumn, Bristol
Gift of Jessie Norton-Lazenby, 2021.44.69, Connecticut Historical Society, Copyright Undetermined

Lake Compounce in Autumn, Bristol

Date1950-1985
MediumPhotomechanical print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 3 7/16 × 5 1/2in. (8.8 × 13.9cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Jessie Norton-Lazenby
DescriptionA color postcard depicting Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut during autumn as viewed across the water. Some bushes obscure the foreground, and on the other side of the lake are several buildings and attractions. In the far back, the trees are beginning to show the colors of fall.
Object number2021.44.69
MarkingsPrinted in blue ink on back: "LAKE COMPOUNCE - in Bristol, Conn., is America's Pioneer / Playground (Est. 1846). It's Modern Amusement Area and Natu- / ral Picnic Groves, provide diversified recreation for every age / and mood."

Printed in blue ink on back: "PLACE / STAMP / HERE"

Printed in blue ink on back: "POST CARD / Address"

Printed in blue ink on back: "Published by NATCO Natural Color Cards Co., Ridgefield Park, N.J."

Printed in blue ink on back: "S8168"
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