1920s Yellowstone Souvenir Views Asahel Curtis 21 Historical Photographs for Sale

1920s Yellowstone Souvenir Views Asahel Curtis 21 Historical Photographs For Sale

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1920s Yellowstone Souvenir Views Asahel Curtis 21 Historical Photographs :
$69.95

Vintage boxed collection of Yellowstone National Park souvenir views, published by C. A. Hamilton of Yellowstone Park, Wyoming.The colorful original presentation box is marked “20 Souvenir Views,” “Series A.” The collection actually contains 21 separate black-and-white scenic views. The images depict Yellowstone landmarks, buildings, wildlife, early transportation, and park attractions, including Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Golden Gate, Cleopatra Terrace, an early stagecoach, and the memorable scene “Setting the Table for Bears at Lake Camp.”The views are credited in the images to noted Pacific Northwest photographer Asahel Curtis for the Northern Pacific Railway Company. These are vintage commercially produced photomechanical prints made from Curtis photographs.A fascinating survival from the early years of automobile and railway tourism at Yellowstone, retaining its wonderfully graphic original postcard box.Included: Original box and 21 separate views, although the box advertises 20.Please review all photographs for the specific views included and for the condition of the box and individual prints.Condition statementGood vintage condition overall. The individual views show light age-related toning and minor handling wear. The original paper-covered box displays expected edge and corner wear, rubbing, and age-related surface wear, but remains attractive and intact. The box is marked for 20 views; 21 views are presently included. Please examine photographs closely for condition and contents. Related Items: