Sanborn Souvenir Co. Linen Postcard, Steamboat Rock, Wyoming, 1930s

This linen postcard, produced by Sanborn Souvenir Co. of Denver, Colorado, features a scenic view of Steamboat Rock along the Sheridan-Lovell-Greybull Road in the Big Horn Mountains, Wyoming. The textured surface typical of linen postcards enhances the vibrant colors of the landscape, capturing the rugged beauty of the mountainous terrain. The road curves gently around the rock formation, inviting travelers to explore the natural wonders of the area.

The back of the postcard provides a brief description of the Bighorn Mountains, highlighting their role in dividing northern Wyoming and their popularity among travelers heading to Yellowstone Park. The card is unused, with no postmark or stamp, preserving its pristine condition. The message on the back reads: "The Bighorns divide the northern half of Wyoming in two. There are but two or three routes over these wild and beautiful mountains and there is a great travel over them in the summer of people going from the east and the Black Hills across Wyoming to Yellowstone Park or vice versa."

This postcard documents the early 20th-century fascination with America's natural landscapes and the expansion of travel routes through the West. The depiction of Steamboat Rock and the accompanying text reflect the era's burgeoning tourism industry and the cultural significance of road travel. Surviving examples provide valuable insights into regional history and the development of infrastructure in remote areas.