Lion’s Mound Waterloo Postcard by Nels Mexichrome

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Lion’s Mound Waterloo Postcard by Nels Mexichrome

A striking aerial view of the monumental Lion’s Mound in Waterloo, captured in vivid Mexichrome colour by Nels — a powerful tribute to one of Europe’s most decisive battles.

Measurements: approx. 5 7/8 x 4 1/8 inches
Dates: unknown
Condition: Some light wear along the edges. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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High above the patchworked fields of Belgium, the Lion’s Mound rises solemnly, its bronze guardian surveying the land where empires once clashed. The vivid tones and sharp contrast of this mid-century Mexichrome postcard transport the viewer to the rolling landscapes of Waterloo, where peace was hard-won and history forever changed.

Published by Nels under their Mexichrome series and distributed by Edit. Thill (Bruxelles), this postcard showcases the famous Butte du Lion, erected in 1826 to commemorate the Allied victory over Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The image captures a moment in time where tourists ascend the monument, dwarfed by its symbolism and scale. The print quality, scale, and composition suggest it was likely issued between the 1950s and 1970s.

To hold this postcard is to take on a small yet meaningful role in preserving European history. It speaks not only to the grandeur of the past but to the quiet reverence of those who continue to visit and remember. Whether for display, study, or collection, it remains a dignified tribute to legacy and remembrance.

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ephemera, postcards, travel, vintage

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