1966 J. Arthur Dixon Postcard – Oriel College Oxford Photogravure

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1966 J. Arthur Dixon Postcard – Oriel College Oxford Photogravure

A richly detailed 1966 photogravure postcard capturing the solemn Gothic beauty of Oriel College, Oxford — one of the university’s most historic foundations, steeped in scholarly legacy since the 14th century.

Measurements: approx. 5 3/4 x 3 7/8 inches
Dates: 5 January 1966
Condition: Creasing on the top left corner. Light surface wear consistent with age. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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Bask in the golden light and architectural splendour of Oxford’s storied past with this evocative colour postcard of Oriel College. The intricate windows and formal quadrangle radiate the quiet dignity of academic life, framed by a flawless blue sky and crisp shadowed lawn — an enduring symbol of intellectual tradition in Britain.

Published by J. Arthur Dixon in natural colour photogravure, this postcard features the iconic front quad of Oriel College, founded in 1326 by King Edward II. The reverse is handwritten and postmarked 5 January 1966, with an Oxford circular stamp. Oriel’s architectural history spans centuries — rebuilt in 1642, with St. Mary Hall later incorporated in 1902. This card, with its printed text and detailed correspondence, captures a moment of mid-20th century communication alongside medieval heritage.

Collectors and historians will appreciate the charm of this genuine posted relic — a tangible connection to both Oxford’s educational legacy and the intimate tradition of handwritten greetings. With its period handwriting, light surface wear, and postal imprint, it offers more than a view — it offers a voice from 1966 worth preserving.

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