1913 President McKinley Monument Canton OH Postcard

About This Vintage Postcard

A profound civic dignity emanates from the bronze statue of William McKinley, where the 25th President stands in a classic orator pose halfway up the grand staircase of his national memorial. This 1913 view highlights the sharp geometric lines of the stone steps and the intricate, lengthy tribute inscribed upon the massive pedestal. Set against the pale granite curves of the domed mausoleum, the image captures the steady permanence of this historic Canton landmark. This view preserves a moment of enduring legacy, from the pink Milford granite of the tomb to the iconic bronze figure overlooking the grounds.

Details

Era: Divided Back 1910s (1913)
City: Canton
State: Ohio
Country: United States of America
Topics: William McKinley, Presidential Statues, National Memorials, Neoclassical Architecture
Artist/Sculptor: Charles Henry Niehaus
Condition: Circulated (Postmarked May 22, 1920)
Orientation: Vertical (Portrait)
Publisher: The Rubber City Distributing Company Inc., Akron, Ohio
Printer: Curt Teich and Co., Chicago (C.T. American Art)