Description
Redlands California Sterling Residence Steps M. Rieder Postcard c1910. This divided back view-card captures the opulence and scenic beauty characteristic of Redlands during its golden era, highlighting a prominent local landmark. Discover a piece of early 20th-century California with this captivating M. Rieder postcard, showcasing the magnificent Sterling Residence in Redlands. The card features a grand stone staircase ascending through lush, meticulously maintained gardens, adorned with vibrant flowering vines leading to the stately home with its distinctive red-tiled roof and classical architecture. This divided back view-card captures the opulence and scenic beauty characteristic of Redlands during its golden era, highlighting a prominent local landmark. Published by M. Rieder from Los Angeles and Dresden, this postcard reflects the high-quality chromolithographic printing techniques of the period, known for their rich colors and fine detail. The card's reverse features the classic divided back format, designating space for the message and address, along with period-specific postage rates (1c domestic, 2c foreign), dating it to the prosperous years between 1907 and 1917. This collectible item is perfect for enthusiasts of California history, Redlands memorabilia, and vintage architecture postcards.