St. Louis Union Station Aloe Plaza Fountain Vintage Plastichrome Postcard
$ 5.02
Description
St. Louis Union Station Aloe Plaza Fountain Vintage Plastichrome Postcard. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This captivating vintage Plastichrome postcard showcases the iconic St. Louis Union Station, a grand architectural landmark, prominently featuring its distinctive clock tower. In the foreground, the renowned Aloe Plaza fountain, "The Meeting of the Waters" by Carl Milles, is beautifully captured with its numerous bronze figures and flowing water displays. This vibrant postcard offers a glimpse into a significant urban landscape, highlighting both the historical station and the artistic public monument. The reverse side provides fascinating details about the Aloe Plaza fountain, noting its dedication in 1940 and its status as a $100,000 masterpiece depicting the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. Manufactured by Plastichrome by Colourpicture, a known producer of high-quality chrome postcards, this piece reflects the popular printing techniques of its era. It's a superb collectible for enthusiasts of St. Louis history, architectural landmarks, and vintage travel memorabilia.
