ART DECO CITY: NEW YORK POSTCARDS FROM THE LEONARD A. LAUDER COLLECTION
Art Deco City: New York Postcards from the Leonard A. Lauder Collection explored how postcards helped shape the city's global image during the 1920s and '30s. The exhibition, which recently closed, featured over 250 postcards alongside design, photography, and historical artifacts that illustrated the style defining modern New York.
Due to low lighting, we did not take images of the postcards, and the small, crowded space made it difficult to do so. However, we were able to photograph striking examples of the era’s decorative arts, fashion, and architecture, which contributed to the city's transformation.
By pairing these sought-after souvenirs with historic artifacts, film footage, and interactive experiences, the exhibition revealed that Art Deco was more than just an aesthetic—it was the look that sold New York to the world.