Landing of Columbus Capitol Rotunda John Vanderlyn Painting Postcard-image
Landing of Columbus Capitol Rotunda John Vanderlyn Painting Postcard-image

Landing of Columbus Capitol Rotunda John Vanderlyn Painting Postcard

$ 2.51

City: Washington Number of Items in Set: 1 Continent: North America Era: Photochrome (1939-Now) Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Theme: History Country: United States Unit Quantity: 1 Unit of Sale: Single Unit Type: Printed (Lithograph) Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Signed: No Artist: John Vanderlyn Brand/Publisher: CAPSCO, INC. / U.S. Capitol Historical Society Region: Washington D.C. Unit Type: Unit Country of Origin: United States Postage Condition: Unposted Subject: Historical Event Time Period Manufactured: 1960s brand: CAPSCO, INC. / U.S. Capitol Historical Society

Description

Landing of Columbus Capitol Rotunda John Vanderlyn Painting Postcard. This captivating vintage postcard features a vibrant color photo of John Vanderlyn's renowned painting, "Landing of Columbus." This significant artwork, one of eight large paintings found in the United States Capitol Rotunda, vividly portrays the momentous discovery of the New World by Christopher Columbus on October 12, 1492, when he reached Guanahani (San Salvador or Watling Island) in the West Indies. The postcard's reverse side provides historical context about the painting and its place in American history. It was published by CAPSCO, INC., Washington D.C., with the color photo sourced from WE, THE PEOPLE, published by the U.S. Capitol Historical Society. This collectible piece offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal historical event and the artistic representation within a national landmark, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of historical Americana, Washington D.C. memorabilia, or art history postcards.

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