Grand Canyon Bridge Colorado River Arizona Utah Linen Postcard

$ 5.28

Material: Cardboard Postage Condition: Unposted Country of Origin: United States Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Subject: Bridge Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) City: Grand Canyon Region: Southwest Era: Linen (c. 1930s-1945) Signed: No Theme: Landscapes Country: United States Continent: North America

Description

Grand Canyon Bridge Colorado River Arizona Utah Linen Postcard. The vibrant, hand-colored appearance, characteristic of the era, brings to life the majestic scale of the canyon and the bright blue skies above. The reverse side provides fascinating details about the bridge, noting its impressive height of 485 feet above the Colorado River and its role in connecting Arizona with Utah, facilitating access to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Bryce, and Zion National Parks via the historic Mormon trail. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This captivating vintage postcard showcases the impressive Grand Canyon Bridge, spanning high above the Colorado River. The intricate steel arch bridge is depicted connecting the dramatic red rock formations of Arizona and Utah, a testament to early 20th-century engineering. The vibrant, hand-colored appearance, characteristic of the era, brings to life the majestic scale of the canyon and the bright blue skies above. Produced by the renowned C. T. American Art Colored process, this postcard features the distinctive textured finish of a linen postcard. The reverse side provides fascinating details about the bridge, noting its impressive height of 485 feet above the Colorado River and its role in connecting Arizona with Utah, facilitating access to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Bryce, and Zion National Parks via the historic Mormon trail. This collectible piece offers a glimpse into a significant landmark and the scenic grandeur of the American Southwest.