Description: Orebro is the sixth-largest city in Sweden, the seat of Orebro Municipality and capital of Orebre County. It is situated by the “Narke Plain”, near lake Hjalmaren , a few kilometers inland along the small river Svartan, and has a population of approximately 126,000 in the city proper. It is one of the largest inland hubs of the country, and a major logistic and commercial operating site. The Orebro region is called “The Heart of Sweden”. Windmills are a type of traditional vertical axis wind turbine used for centuries to grind grain or pump water. Windmills, much like waterwheels, were among the first prime movers that supplanted humans as a source of power. Beginning in the 12th century and continuing into the early 19th century, there was a steady increase in the number of windmills operating across Europe and were common across Sweden. I was not able to find any information or images of this particular windmill. It looks to be more than a grain grinder, maybe a hotel, restaurant, with an observation level with windows. It is connected to another building to the rear. There are three women and a gentleman standing on the porch. Caption on the reverse “Allamanna Svenska Landtbruksmotet’, translates to “General Swedish Agricultural Meeting” The card is credited to Axel Eliassons, Konstforlag, Stockholm and dated 1911. It is in good condition with minor wear on the corners and a clean, clear image and reverse. The colors on the card may vary due to the scanner settings and screen projections.Unless otherwise noted, I use Wikipedia, Playle's and Metropostcard for research and try to be as accurate as possible. Corrections appreciated. If this your card, it will be mailed promptly upon receipt of payment...... Free Shipping WorldWide.Thank you for your interest and I hope that I can help you with your collection..... Life and History on a Card",,,,Visit My eBay Store: HartsCardCart Fair - Piece is intact, excess soil, staining and creasesGood - Corners may be noticeably rounded with slight bends or creases.Very Good - Corners may be blunted or rounded. Excellent - Like near mint in appearance but may have been used postally. ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME..... Thanks for your interest
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)
City: Orebro
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Brand/Publisher: Axel Elliason, Stockholm
Subject: Historic Windmill
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Era: Divided Back (1907-1915)
Country: Sweden
Region: Orebro Municipality
Theme: Agriculture, History, Hotel & Restaurant, Social History
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919
Country/Region of Manufacture: Sweden
Postage Condition: Posted