Vintage Oskar Kokoschka Postcard - Köln View, 1952 Sent from England to NYC

• This postcard features an artwork by the famous Austrian expressionist Oskar Kokoschka, depicting the city of Cologne (Köln), Germany, with its iconic cathedral and bridges over the Rhine River. The postcard was printed by Bruckmann in Munich and is part of a numbered series (Nr. 405). Dated November 1952, it was sent from England to New York City, addressed to Mr. Allan Wayne. The message discusses a visit to a Kokoschka exhibition at the National Gallery in London, which adds a remarkable historical and personal dimension to this card. The postcard also bears a British 4-pence stamp with an image of Queen Elizabeth II.
• Condition: Some wear is visible, typical of a well-traveled vintage postcard, but the artwork and text remain clear and intact.

• Artwork: City of Cologne (Köln), Germany, by Oskar Kokoschka
• Artist: Oskar Kokoschka, Austrian Expressionist (1886–1980)
• Publisher: Bruckmann, Munich (Nr. 405)
• Date Sent: November 1952
• Stamps: British 4-pence stamp featuring Queen Elizabeth II
• Sent to: Mr. Allan Wayne, 165 E. 83rd St., New York City, USA
• Sender: "Ben," who mentions visiting a Kokoschka exhibition at the National Gallery in London and living in London at the time. There is also a reference to American Express, likely related to the sender’s travel.

Stamp Information:

• The British 4-pence stamp is a definitive stamp featuring a young Queen Elizabeth II. This stamp was part of the first series issued after her ascension to the throne in 1952, making it significant for collectors interested in early Queen Elizabeth II postal items.