Palisades State Park Mount Vernon Iowa C&NW Railway Curt Teich Postcard-image
Palisades State Park Mount Vernon Iowa C&NW Railway Curt Teich Postcard-image

Palisades State Park Mount Vernon Iowa C&NW Railway Curt Teich Postcard

$ 6.97

Features: Divided Back Postage Condition: Unposted Country of Origin: United States Continent: North America Year Manufactured: 1936 Material: Cardboard Number of Items in Set: 1 Time Period Manufactured: 1930-1949 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit Quantity: 1 Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Country: United States Unit of Sale: Single Unit Unit Type: Unit Brand/Publisher: Curt Teich Co., Inc. Region: Iowa Signed: No brand: Curt Teich Co., Inc. City: Mount Vernon Subject: Park Type: Printed (Lithograph)

Description

Palisades State Park Mount Vernon Iowa C&NW Railway Curt Teich Postcard. Discover the scenic beauty of Palisades State Park near Mount Vernon, Iowa, as captured in this vintage postcard. The front features a vibrant "C.T. Art-Colortone" illustration showcasing the dramatic river landscape with towering cliffs, lush forests, and a charming house perched atop the bluffs. This picturesque view highlights one of the delightful playgrounds along the Chicago & North Western Railway main line, a popular destination near the historic college town of Mount Vernon. This collectible piece was meticulously produced by the renowned Curt Teich & Co., Inc. of Chicago, a leader in postcard manufacturing. The detailed artwork and rich coloring exemplify the quality and style associated with Teich's early 20th-century creations, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of Iowa memorabilia, railway history, or vintage travel ephemera. The card's design and imagery evoke a sense of nostalgic travel and the natural splendor of the American Midwest.

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