The New York obelisk 1881

This photograph, taken in 1881 by an unknown photographer, captures the New York obelisk during its construction. The obelisk, a towering monument carved with ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, was gifted to the United States by the Egyptian government in 1879. The image showcases the monument’s impressive height, intricate carvings, and the surrounding landscape. This photograph serves as a historical document of the obelisk’s journey to its permanent location in Central Park, New York City.