do you want to swim on a ledge by Richardphotos
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this is in uptown/downtown Dallas. I do not know the name of the place.
You know you're in Dallas when you see that flying red horse.
In 1932, Magnolia Petroleum Company erected a large "oil derrick" on the roof that supported two 30 by 50 foot red neon signs that were in the image of Pegasus, the flying red horse, to celebrate the coming of the American Petroleum Institute's annual meeting, held in Dallas for the first time.
Pegasus was the corporate logo for Magnolia. Mobil, as a part of Exxon Mobil Corp. still uses the logo today. Pegasus guided people traveling in those days to Dallas and many claimed that it could be seen 75-miles away on a clear night. The two red horses were located 14 feet apart and revolved. Pegasus instantly became the landmark symbol for the City of Dallas and remained one of the most striking features of the Dallas skyline.
For many years the sign was the highest element within blocks, but by 1974 it had quit revolving. In 1977, Mobil moved their headquarters out of downtown and the sign and building were given to the City of Dallas.
Over the years, the skyscraper had become outdated and in 1997 the sign was turned off.
The building was purchased in 1997 by Steve Holtze Hotels who converted the old office building into a 330 room luxury hotel catering to the business traveler.
The exterior of the building was restored along with all remaining interior spaces that were still intact. As a part of the Dallas Millennium Celebration, the Flying Red Horse neon sign was relit at midnight to bring in 2000.
In order to restore the sign, it was removed in August of 1999 and completely rebuilt. The original plans called for the sign to be restored, but it was in such bad shape that all of the metal panels, neon, and motor have been replaced. In addition to the relighting, the sign is revolving once again. The total cost of the construction of the duplicate was $600,000. In order to preserve the past, the original sign has been put on display in a shed at the Dallas Farmer's Market.
http://www.visitdallas.com/visitors/listing.details.php?category=1480&id=1618
thanks for viewing and any comments.I am trying to catch up in the galleries but still behind
Comments (94)
spawn519
...so there's a pool just sticking out the side of the building? that's awesome.
bpclarke
I grew up with that horse. Of course it was in Casper, WY where I remember it from at the refinery. My father worked for Standard Oil which later became American Oil. Excellent capture. Bunny
thevolunteer
I am getting dizzy just looking at this. Great pov. Nice piece of history information. Aloha
ToniDunlap
Great shot. And the pool, love to swim but not there. Don't think that I'd find that enjoyable for some reason. LOL. You share good stuff Richard!
blankfrancine
Before reading your description, I thought this was a photo-manipulation. Great juxtaposition between the old and the new.
amota99517
This is such a neat part of history. Thanks for sharing it with us. Your shot of the building is great. Splendid work!!!!
Iceshark39
Wow! If that perspective doesn't give you vertigo, nothing will! But I love that shot! Didn't chance to see that when we were in Dallas (at least, I don't remember that...and I think I would have remembered THAT!) Always loved that logo. Wonderful shot and a great history to go along with it!
DennisReed
Both of interest! Bravo!
bakapo
wow, so cool to see the two spots of color in all tha bland concrete! an excellent shot!
micturn
Great POV, would love to see this at night.
goldie
that quite a shot! love the historical commentary and as far as taking a swim in that pool, i think i'll pass...sort of like having terra firma within foot's reach, if you know what i mean, LOL...
tennesseecowgirl
love all the history you included in this... great shot!
brycek
Interesting and wonderful capture..nice work Richard!!
flora-crassella
interessante Aufnahme von diesem ungewöhlichen Gebäude!
DarkStormCrow
Excellent shot and image, well done...
clydedough
Wow and thank you VERY much for the detailed info. on the Neon as i have a(well had a great desire and plans for neon sculpture art)Great photo & info!!
loligagger
Nope wouldn't want to swim there,excellent shot and image!!!!!!!!!!!!!
bebert
les architectes ont parfois des idées surprenantes. belle photo !!
melevos
excellent capture
babuci
Lots of data goes along with this fantastic capture. Thanks for a share.
phill456
WOOOW What a great capture. Thanks for the history. Even down under (Australia) we are accustomed to the flying red horse. It been round more years than I care to remember. Many thanks for sharing.
Thelby
Super Perspective of this building!!!!
leanndra
Richard, this is a great photo! I recognized the red pegasus as Mobil oil's logo.
mbz2662
A nice bit of history. Great shot and pov. And when I saw that red pegasus, I thought of gas...
lior
Superb perspective!
sharky_
It would me most scary to swim in that pool.... Nice capture. Aloha
PIERRE25
Joli bâtiment, belle enseigne, belle photo!
durleybeachbum
I can think of very little I would enjoy less! Fascinating pic and info, Richard!
jeroni
Excellent shot, fantastic details and beautiful light, my friend
STEVIEUKWONDER Online Now!
I remember that pegasus from when I used to live in Singapore in 1957 Richard! lol Steve :o)