Rhode Island State House Providence RI Capitol Building Vintage Postcard-image
Rhode Island State House Providence RI Capitol Building Vintage Postcard-image

Rhode Island State House Providence RI Capitol Building Vintage Postcard

$ 2.51

Features: Chrome City: Providence Brand/Publisher: L.K. Color Productions Signed: No Region: Rhode Island Postage Condition: Unposted Unit Type: Unit Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Era: Photochrome (1939-Now) Unit of Sale: Single Unit brand: L.K. Color Productions Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1979 Country: USA Unit Quantity: 1 Subject: State House Continent: North America Country of Origin: United States Number of Items in Set: 1 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Theme: Architecture

Description

Rhode Island State House Providence RI Capitol Building Vintage Postcard. This captivating vintage postcard features a vibrant depiction of the Rhode Island State House in Providence. The grand architectural marvel, built in 1904 from exquisite white Georgia marble, stands prominently under a clear blue sky, flanked by lush greenery and a foreground bursting with yellow flowers. Noteworthy for its impressive dome, this postcard highlights the State House's distinction as having the second largest unsupported marble dome globally, a testament to its engineering and design. The reverse side provides fascinating details about the State House, including its construction year and the unique fact about its dome, placing it among only four such domes worldwide, alongside St. Peter's in Rome, the Taj Mahal, and Minnesota's Capitol. The postcard also includes a detailed map of Rhode Island, showcasing key cities like Providence, Newport, and Narragansett, alongside a charming 'Be a Rooster Booster' motif. This piece is a wonderful collectible, appealing to enthusiasts of Rhode Island history, architectural postcards, and vintage travel memorabilia.

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