Vintage Union Square New York City Postcard Irving Underhill Skyline
$ 5.02
Description
Vintage Union Square New York City Postcard Irving Underhill Skyline. Underhill was famous for his architectural photography of New York's rapidly changing skyline. The image captures the vibrant energy of early 20th-century Manhattan, showcasing the lush greenery of the park surrounded by iconic architecture. 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 vintage postcard features a stunning hand-colored view of Union Square in New York City. The image captures the vibrant energy of early 20th-century Manhattan, showcasing the lush greenery of the park surrounded by iconic architecture. Notable buildings visible include the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower in the distance and the Germania Life Insurance building with its distinct mansard roof. The scene is populated with tiny figures of pedestrians, providing a fascinating glimpse into the daily life and fashion of the era. Produced during the White Border era, this postcard was copyrighted by the renowned photographer Irving Underhill. Underhill was famous for his architectural photography of New York's rapidly changing skyline. The printing features a textured, almost linen-like appearance characteristic of early American color lithography. This piece serves as a wonderful historical record of the Manhattan landscape, making it a valuable addition for collectors of New York City memorabilia or those interested in urban history and early 1900s photography.
