Antique 1912 Bridge Murdoch Bath House Galveston Texas Original Rare Photo

Description: An original 2.5x1.75in" antique photo taken by a tourist who travelled throughout the U.S. in the 1910s. Photo was acquired through an estate and is likely one of a kind. Professionally packaged in a rigid mailer for safe delivery.Photo OverviewThis photograph captures a historical view of the bridge from the seawall to the Murdoch Bath House in Galveston, Texas, dated Sunday, August 25, 1912. The scene includes multiple individuals leisurely walking along the bridge, with the imposing seawall structure visible beneath them. The rocks and sand of the beach are present in the foreground, providing a vivid depiction of the coastal environment of early 20th-century Galveston.The Murdoch Bath House was a popular destination in Galveston during the early 1900s, offering facilities for bathing and recreation. It was part of a broader initiative to promote the city as a resort destination, especially after the devastating hurricane in 1900. This structure eventually succumbed to later storms and changes in tourism trends, highlighting the impermanence of such historic sites.Text PresentBridge from sea wall to Murdoch Bath House - Galveston, Texas Sunday, Aug 25, 1912 Condition: Good to fair vintage condition. See photos for detailed scans of both sides. May have some remnants of cardboard backing on back side.

Price: 29 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

End Time: 2025-02-09T18:11:20.000Z

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