Phoenix, AZ: Circle K Motor Hotel, 1939 W. Van BurenThis vintage linen postcard of Phoenix, Arizona was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures Circle K Motor Hotel, 1939 W. Van Buren, Phoenix, Arizona. It survives as a small, vivid window into Phoenix as travelers once saw it. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards , named for the soft, textured rag paper that gave them their warmth and glow , and belongs to the celebrated Tichnor Brothers Collection.

The photo bears the credit line from the Library of Congress

Beauforts architecture reveals the influence of both local and broader architectural trends from the late 19th to early 20th centuries

public landmarks

this photograph is a valuable resource for historians and architecture enthusiasts

which add character to its façade

and its role as the Kansas state capital

It highlights the historical significance of the building and its contribution to the architectural landscape of Warrenton

known for her work in documenting American architecture

The photograph captures the essence of St

showcasing the craftsmanship and design aesthetics of the period

the walls were rebuilt in 1826

and a classic portico