Manitou Springs CO RPPC Balanced Rock Donkeys Paul Goerke Real Photo Postcard

$ 10.56

Postage Condition: Unposted Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Region: Colorado Era: Real Photo (1900-Now) Subject: Balanced Rock brand: Paul Goerke Son Unit Quantity: 1 Type: Real Photo (RPPC) Unit of Sale: Single Unit Theme: Roadside America Brand/Publisher: Paul Goerke Son Country of Origin: United States Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Continent: North America Signed: No Original/Licensed Reprint: Original City: Manitou Springs Material: Paper Country: USA

Description

Manitou Springs CO RPPC Balanced Rock Donkeys Paul Goerke Real Photo Postcard. This historical piece was produced by Paul Goerke & Son of Manitou, CO, a notable publisher of local views, as indicated on the reverse. Step back in time with this captivating early 20th-century Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) from Manitou Springs, Colorado. The image features three individuals, two women and one man, posing elegantly atop donkeys along a scenic dirt road. In the background, the iconic and majestic Balanced Rock formation stands prominently, a testament to nature's artistry in the renowned Garden of the Gods. Other visitors are visible atop a larger rock formation, highlighting the area's popularity as a tourist destination. This historical piece was produced by Paul Goerke & Son of Manitou, CO, a notable publisher of local views, as indicated on the reverse. The postcard, bearing the catalog number 4328, offers a glimpse into early tourism and the adventurous spirit of the era, showcasing both human interaction with the landscape and the stunning geological features of Colorado. It is a genuine photographic print, capturing intricate details and a unique moment in the region's history.