1940 Livingston MT Rodeo Frank Van Meter Barrelhead Linen Postcard-image
1940 Livingston MT Rodeo Frank Van Meter Barrelhead Linen Postcard-image

1940 Livingston MT Rodeo Frank Van Meter Barrelhead Linen Postcard

$ 5.27

Type: Printed (Lithograph) Features: Linen Unit Quantity: 1 Continent: North America Number of Items in Set: 1 Region: Montana Brand/Publisher: Curteich-Chicago / R. R. Doubleday / Doubleday Co. brand: Curteich-Chicago / R. R. Doubleday / Doubleday Co. Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit of Sale: Single Unit Country of Origin: United States Material: Paper Postage Condition: Posted Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949 City: Livingston Subject: Rodeo Country: United States Era: Linen Signed By: Irene Year Manufactured: 1940 Unit Type: Unit Signed: Yes

Description

1940 Livingston MT Rodeo Frank Van Meter Barrelhead Linen Postcard. This captivating vintage postcard, dated August 22, 1940, captures a thrilling moment from a rodeo, featuring the legendary Frank Van Meter in an intense bronc riding scene, captioned "Frank Van Meter Leaving Barrelhead." The image vividly portrays the dynamic action of the cowboy being thrown from the powerful horse, a testament to the raw energy and skill of the sport. The card's distinctive linen texture, characteristic of the era, enhances the visual depth and tactile appeal, making it a wonderful piece of Americana. The reverse side reveals historical details, including a postmark from Livingston, Montana, and a personal message addressed to Miss Alice Mooradian in Chicago, Illinois. It also features a one-cent George Washington stamp, further cementing its historical context. This postcard is a fantastic collectible for enthusiasts of rodeo history, vintage Americana, or those with an interest in the Golden Age of postcards and the artistry of publishers like Curteich.

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