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Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) captures the iconic entrance to the Chinese Tea Garden in Brackenridge Park, San Antonio, Texas. Postmarked July 25, 1949, this vintage piece features the ornate pagoda-style gate with intricate wood-like textures and clear signage. The reverse side includes a handwritten message mentioning the gardens (formerly Japanese Tea Gardens), two green 1-cent George Washington stamps, and a San Antonio cancellation mark. This authentic mid-century souvenir offers a glimpse into Texas history and the evolving cultural narrative of this famous landmark. Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) Subject: Chinese Tea Garden Entrance Location: San Antonio, Texas Park: Brackenridge Park Era: 1940s-1950s Postmark Date: July 25, 1949 Stamps: Two 1-Cent George Washington Orientation: Horizontal Finish: Glossy Features: Handwritten Correspondence Theme: Tourism, Architecture, Texas History Original/Reproduction: Original Keywords: Vintage Ephemera, Texana, Travel Souvenir, Mid-Century, Pagoda Architecture, Historical Landmark, Postcard Collector, Deltiology, 1940s Decor, San Antonio History, Japanese Tea Garden, Cultural Heritage, Real Photo, Antique Paper, Estate Find