The Old Toll Gate, Boston Road

Context:  The Old Toll Gate, Boston Road.

• View and Setting: This postcard depicts the old toll gate on Boston Road in South Attleboro, Massachusetts.
• Prominent Features:
  • Building:
    • The central feature is a rustic tollhouse, which is a single-story building with a sloping roof and a chimney. The building appears weathered, reflecting its historical significance.
  • Landscape:
    • The setting includes a dirt road curving past the tollhouse, lined with trees and a wooden fence.
    • Large, mature trees with expansive branches frame the scene, adding to the picturesque, serene atmosphere.
  • Transportation:
    • A horse-drawn carriage is visible on the road, enhancing the historical ambiance.
  • Additional Details:
    • The caption “The old Toll Gate, Boston Road.” is prominently placed at the bottom left.
    • “South Attleboro, Mass.” is also captioned on the bottom right, indicating the specific location.
    • The colors are softly muted, with hints of green and brown, giving the postcard a nostalgic, vintage feel.