Vintage Public Library New York City Postcard Fifth Avenue 1911 Building
$ 2.38
Description
Vintage Public Library New York City Postcard Fifth Avenue 1911 Building. This vintage postcard features a vibrant colored illustration of the iconic Public Library in New York City, prominently located at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street. The illustration captures the grand neoclassical architecture of the library, surrounded by bustling city streets and early 20th-century automobiles, set against a backdrop of towering skyscrapers. The American flag waves atop the building, emphasizing its status as an important cultural institution. The postcard is bordered in a warm golden hue, highlighting the intricate details of the library's facade including its stately columns and large arched windows. Printed by Alfred Mainzer, a well-known publisher based in New York, this postcard dates from the era shortly after the library's construction in 1911. The back includes a detailed description noting the library's cost of $9,000,000 and its spacious reading rooms, exhibition areas, and art galleries, underscoring its significance as a hub of knowledge and culture. This postcard is a collectible piece for enthusiasts of New York City history, architectural landmarks, and early 20th-century Americana, offering a glimpse into the city's rich heritage and the grandeur of one of its most treasured public institutions.
