State Capitol, Sacramento (California)

State Capitol, Sacramento (California)

The caption on the back of this unused Smith Novelty card S-029 gives a surprising amount of detail in a short space.  The sculpture is by Larkin Goldsmith Mead, is called “Columbus’ Last Appeal to Queen Isabella,” weighs 40 tons, is made of carrera marble; and that’s just some of it.  Grade: 1

Name: State Capitol, Sacramento (California)

From: THEMES/Government Buildings/State Capitols

Code: 31600186

Price: $1.00