Vintage Sunken Gardens Prometheus Fountain Rockefeller Center NY Postcard

This vintage postcard showcases the iconic Sunken Gardens and Prometheus Fountain located at Rockefeller Center in New York City. The fountain, designed by renowned American sculptor Paul Manship, features the legendary figure Prometheus bearing the gift of fire to mankind. The bronze sculpture stands two and one-half times life size, with smaller figures in the background symbolizing the people of the earth. The basins are crafted from polished Deer Island granite, while the back wall is made of striking red Balmoral granite.The postcard is a fine example of mid-20th-century linen-type printing, offering vivid colors and detailed texture that highlight the architectural and artistic significance of this famous New York landmark. Centered against the west wall of the Sunken Plaza between 49th and 50th Streets, the fountain is illuminated by hoodlights at night and visible from Fifth Avenue. This piece is published by Manhattan Post Card Publishing Co., Inc., made in the USA, and measures approximately standard postcard size (5.5 x 3.5 inches). A collectible item for enthusiasts of New York City history and classic postcard art.

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