Vintage Linen Postcard Shelby High School, Shelby NC, 1940s

This vintage linen postcard features a vibrant color illustration of Shelby High School in Shelby, North Carolina. Printed in the distinctive linen texture popular from 1930 to 1945, the postcard showcases the stately red brick school building with its multiple windows and a welcoming entrance surrounded by lush greenery. The image captures the essence of community life and education during the mid-20th century in a charming Southern town. Published by Asheville Post Card Co., Asheville, N.C., this original linen postcard is a fine example of American postcard artistry and printing techniques of the 1940s. Its divided back design allows space for a message and address, making it a collectible piece for enthusiasts of vintage postcards, historical schools, and North Carolina memorabilia. The postcard measures approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches, a standard size for linen postcards of this era.