Vintage Wawona Mariposa Big Tree Yosemite National Park Postcard 1946 For Sale

This vintage postcard features the famous Wawona Tunnel Tree, a majestic giant sequoia located in the Mariposa Grove of Big Trees within Yosemite National Park, California. The image showcases the enormous tree with a tunnel carved through its base, allowing vehicles to pass through-a unique natural landmark that was a popular attraction in the early 20th century. The postcard is a linen type, recognizable by its textured surface and vibrant printed colors, typical of mid-1900s postcards.Printed by Western Publishing & Novelty Co., Los Angeles, Calif., this postcard dates to 1946, as indicated by the postmark and the one-cent George Washington stamp. The descriptive text on the back details the tree\'s impressive dimensions: 227 feet tall and 90 feet in circumference, with a tunnel 26 feet wide. Collectors and enthusiasts of national park memorabilia and vintage postcards will appreciate the historical significance and the colorful, detailed art style capturing this iconic American natural wonder.