Dimensions: Sheet: 1 1/2 x 2 3/4 in. (3.8 x 7 cm)
Copyright: Public Domain
This small card depicts the Capitol of Alabama in Montgomery, part of a series by Allen & Ginter for cigarette brands. The building, rendered in meticulous detail, features a prominent dome supported by classical columns. This architectural language echoes ancient Greek and Roman temples, symbols of democracy and power. The dome, in particular, is an enduring motif. Think of the Pantheon in Rome, its oculus open to the heavens, or the Florence Cathedral, both testaments to human ambition and divine aspiration. Here, in Montgomery, the dome signifies the aspirations of a new nation, evoking a lineage of power and authority. Yet, such architectural choices also embody collective memory and the weight of history, consciously or unconsciously influencing our perception of state power. Even in this small format, the Capitol building resonates, speaking to a timeless quest for order and meaning.
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