Vintage Yosemite Nat'l Park Cathedral Rocks Linen Postcard Merced River

$ 1.62

Material: Linen Theme: National Park Features: Granite Rocks, River, Trees Region: California Postage Condition: Unposted Country: United States Type: Linen City: Yosemite National Park Era: Mid 20th Century Size: 3.5 x 5.5 inches Continent: North America Subject: Cathedral Rocks

Description

Vintage Yosemite Nat'l Park Cathedral Rocks Linen Postcard Merced River. This vintage postcard beautifully captures Yosemite National Park's iconic Cathedral Rocks as seen from the Merced River. Featuring a vivid linen texture typical of mid-20th-century postcards, the image highlights the massive granite formations rising 3,000 feet above the valley floor, framed by lush pine trees and a serene river scene. Printed by Western Publishing & Novelty Co., Los Angeles, this postcard showcases the unique "C.T. Art-Colortone" printing technique, renowned for its vibrant color saturation and fine detail. Yosemite Valley's geology and natural beauty make this postcard a treasured collectible for nature lovers and postcard enthusiasts alike. The reverse includes a descriptive note emphasizing the grandeur of the granite walls, including neighboring El Capitan. The postcard is sized approximately 3.5 by 5.5 inches, a standard vintage postcard dimension. Its detailed depiction and historical printing style make it a remarkable piece for collectors interested in national park memorabilia or scenic Americana.