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A collection of Edwardian? topographical postcards featuring colour-tinted photographic views of Doncaster and the surrounding South Yorkshire area. The group includes various local landmarks and scenic locations depicted in the characteristic hand-tinted style of the early 20th century. Architectural subjects include the Mansion House, the historic racecourse Grand Stands, Clock Corner, and Arksey Church. Scenic and rural views comprise Sprotboro Bridge, Sprotboro Canal Bridge, the Dell at Hexthorpe, and multiple views of Sandal Beat, alongside a depiction of Bennetthorpe Avenue. Each card features a printed caption in white or black capital letters within the margins, which are transcribed as MANSION HOUSE, DONCASTER., CLOCK CORNER, DONCASTER., GRAND STANDS, DONCASTER., ARKSEY CHURCH., SPROTBORO BRIDGE., SPROTBORO CANAL BRIDGE., THE DELL, HEXTHORPE., SANDAL BEAT, DONCASTER. and BENNETTHORPE AVENUE, DONCASTER. The cards are printed on standard cardstock typical of the period, with the tinting applied to enhance architectural details and natural foliage. No publisher marks or signatures are legible.
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