1922 Gustine Lake Fairmount Park Philadelphia PA Postcard

About This Vintage Postcard

This classic color lithograph postcard captures the manicured beauty of Gustine Lake in Philadelphia's expansive Fairmount Park. The scene features a prominent circular flower bed overflowing with vibrant red blooms, set against the tranquil, curved shoreline of the lake. Created in the early 20th century as a shallow concrete-lined pond for wading and model boat sailing, Gustine Lake was a popular recreational hub for generations of Philadelphians. The lush greenery and formal landscaping shown here exemplify the "City Beautiful" movement's influence on urban park design, providing a serene escape for residents of the East Falls and surrounding neighborhoods.

Details

Era: White Border (1922)
City: Philadelphia
State or Region: Pennsylvania
Country: United States
Topic: Gustine Lake, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia Parks, Public Gardens, Urban Recreation
Condition: Uncirculated
Postage: None (Stamp box indicates 1c Domestic / 2c Foreign rates)
Address Side: divided back
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Artist / Photographer: Unknown
Publisher: The Sabold-Herb Co., Philadelphia, Pa.
Printer: Curt Teich & Co. (A-91852)
Print Type: Lithograph (White Border)