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This antique stereoview card from the renowned Keystone View Company captures a captivating 3D image of Mt. Rainier and the Paradise River. The scene vividly portrays the majestic snow-capped peak of Mt. Rainier looming over a pristine river winding through lush forests and rocky terrain within Mt. Rainier National Park, Washington. This stereograph offers a historical glimpse into the natural beauty that fascinated early 20th-century tourists and explorers. The card is numbered 23359 and is a classic example of Keystone's detailed landscape photography, bringing the grandeur of America's national parks into homes.The reverse side of the stereoview provides extensive descriptive text, titled "MT. RAINIER AND PARADISE RIVER," detailing the unique phases of Mt. Rainier, the cascades and falls of Paradise Park, and the diverse flora including wild flowers and violets along the riverbanks. It recounts the first ascent by Stevens and Van Trump and their adventures, including camping by the river and encountering a forest fire. The text also includes geographical coordinates: "Long. 122° W.; Lat. 47° N." This detailed context enhances the historical and educational value of this collectible. The card is copyrighted by The Keystone View Company, a leading publisher of stereoscopic views during the early 1900s, known for their high-quality 3D images. This piece is ideal for collectors of vintage photography, stereoviews, and American national park memorabilia.Specifications:
Item Type: Stereoview Card
Publisher/Manufacturer: Keystone View Company
Subject Matter: Landscape, National Park, Mountain, River
View Title & Number: #23359 - Mt. Rainier and Paradise River, Mt. Rainier National Park, Washington.
Format/Mount Type: Cardboard mount
Materials: Cardboard, photographic paper
City/State/Province/Country: View in Washington, USA. Publishers in Meadville, New York, N.Y., Portland, Oregon, London, England, Toronto, Canada.
Logos/Graphics: "Keystone View Company Manufacturers and Publishers" on left side of front.
Identifiers: View number 23359 (front and back), "Copyright by The Keystone View Company" (back).
Dimensions: Approx. 7 inches wide.
