Rosebud Motel Sign, Sign Detail on Route 30 in Columbus, Nebraska

by John Margolies

Display your appreciation for quintessential mid-century America with this magnificent close-up view of the famous Rosebud Motel sign in Columbus, Nebraska, photographed by renowned architectural historian and photographer John Margolies. In a clear blue, cloudless sky, the picture brings out the sculptural qualities of the sign with the stylized leaf with script lettering, sculpted rosebud crown, old red rectangular "MOTEL" sign and gold vertical post with a small leaf reading "NO VACANCY".

John Margolies was committed to preserving the unique roadside architecture of the American highway for several decades. With this fine art photo, you'll get to appreciate the bright colors, graphic elements and nostalgic charm of the classic vintage neon and painted signs.