Niagara Falls Stereoview: Riding Horse on Ice Mountain, c. 1900
c. 1900
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Historical Context & Description
This stereoview card titled "Riding a Horse up the Ice Mountain, Niagara Falls, N.Y." captures a winter scene at Niagara Falls, likely from the early 1900s. The image shows a group of people and a horse navigating the snowy landscape near the iconic waterfall. The scene is both dramatic and serene, highlighting the natural beauty and the adventurous spirit of the era.
The card does not display any publisher information or card number, and the back is blank. The front image is in good condition, though there is minor edge wear and slight discoloration typical of its age. The colors remain vivid, offering a glimpse into the historical allure of Niagara Falls as a tourist destination.
This stereoview documents the early 20th-century fascination with natural wonders and the adventurous activities associated with them. Scenes like this were commercially produced, making surviving examples valuable records of both the natural landscape and the cultural practices of the time.
Details
- Type
- stereoview
- Condition
- good
- Location
- Niagara Falls, N.Y.
Minor edge wear and slight discoloration, blank back.
All items offered are original period pieces. No reproductions or modern reprints.
