Sentinel Hotel & Yosemite Falls, c1900, Yosemite Valley, California, Stereoview

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View Sentinel Hotel & Yosemite Falls, c1900, Yosemite Valley, California, Stereoview with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Winnie & Sadie". Below this, there is extensive printed text describing the scene in multiple languages. The front of the stereoview card features several pieces of text. On the left border, it reads, "Underwood & Underwood, Publishers. .ebay-listing-description { height: auto; width: 100%; max-width: 850px; margin: 0 auto; overflow: visible; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: #333; } #mainpage { margin: 0; background-color: #FFFFFF; } #container { width: 100%; max-width: 850px; margin: 0 auto; background-color: #FFFFFF; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #d8e0ca; } /* Top banner - more space above green */ #top { height: 38px; background-image: url(/list/images/template/topback.jpg); background-repeat: repeat-x; font-size: 16px; color: #7b9450; padding-top: 8px; } .header3 { color: #6a8145; font-family: "edwardian script itc", "Brush Script MT", cursive; padding-right: 20px; font-size: 26px; text-align: right; margin: 0; line-height: 1; } #header { height: 60px; background: linear-gradient(to right, #6a8145 0%, #8fa865 50%, #6a8145 100%); display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; } #header::after { content: "Reedy's Stereoviews & Postcards"; font-family: "edwardian script itc", "Brush Script MT", cursive; font-size: 32px; color: #fff; text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px rgba(0,0,0,0.3); } #navigation { background-image: url(/list/images/template/navback.jpg); background-repeat: repeat-x; height: 20px; } #content-area { padding: 15px 20px 20px 20px; background-color: #fff; } /* Title label - match Shipping exactly, centered */ .title-label { color: #6a8145 !important; font-size: 16px !important; font-weight: bold !important; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin: 0 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 4px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0ca; text-align: center; } /* Title styling - same as body text, not bold, no bottom border */ .title { color: #333; font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 1.5; margin: 6px 0 15px 0; padding-top: 0; padding-bottom: 0; } /* Section headers - Shipping, Image Notes, etc */ .section-header { color: #6a8145 !important; font-size: 16px !important; font-weight: bold !important; margin: 15px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 4px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0ca; } /* Description header - MATCH section-header exactly */ .header2, h2.header2, H2.header2 { color: #6a8145 !important; font-size: 16px !important; font-weight: bold !important; margin: 0 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 4px; border-bottom: 1px solid #d8e0ca; text-align: center; } /* Description section */ .description-section { margin-bottom: 15px; } .description-section p { font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; margin: 0; } .two-column { display: flex; gap: 30px; margin-top: 5px; } .column { flex: 1; } .column .section-header { margin-top: 0; } .column .section-header:not(:first-child) { margin-top: 12px; } .compact-list { margin: 6px 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.5; color: #333; } .compact-list li { margin-bottom: 3px; } .compact { margin: 6px 0; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.5; color: #333; } .footer-info { margin-top: 15px; padding-top: 10px; border-top: 1px solid #d8e0ca; font-size: 11px; color: #888; text-align: center; } a:link, a:visited { color: #32586F; text-decoration: none; } a:hover { color: #6a8145; text-decoration: underline; } Capture Yesterdays' Memories Title Sentinel Hotel & Yosemite Falls, c1900, Yosemite Valley, California The front of the stereoview card features several pieces of text. On the left border, it reads, "Underwood & Underwood, Publishers. New York, London, Toronto-Canada, Ottawa-Kansas." The right border displays "Works and Sun Sculptures. Arlington, N.J. TRADE MARK." and "Studios Westwood, N.Y." Below the right image, a caption reads, "(8)-6024-Amidst Yosemite's charms -Sentinel hotel, looking N. across valley to Yosemite Falls, Cal. Copyright 1902 by Underwood & Underwood." The back of the card contains a handwritten message in faded cursive script: "L.S.P. 2.18.05 Sent from the Yosemite Valley, just for you. Winnie & Sadie". Below this, there is extensive printed text describing the scene in multiple languages. The English caption states: "Amidst Yosemite's charms — Sentinel Hotel, looking N. to Yosemite Falls, California, U. S. A." This is followed by translations in French, German, Spanish, Swedish, and Russian, all identifying the Sentinel Hotel and Yosemite Falls in California. The image depicts the historic Sentinel Hotel, a large multi-story structure with prominent verandas and balconies, set against a backdrop of majestic mountains. In the distance, Yosemite Falls can be clearly seen cascading down the sheer rock face. Trees frame the scene, and a horse-drawn carriage with passengers is visible on a road in front of the hotel, indicating the era's mode of transportation for tourists. The image captures an early 20th-century view of one of America's most iconic natural attractions and the accommodations provided for its visitors. The copyright date of 1902 and the handwritten date of 1905 firmly place this scene in the early 1900s. PUBLISHER: Underwood & Underwood Shipping Add items to your cart for combined shipping on multiple purchases. If you are unable to combine shipping at checkout, don't worry — we'll adjust the shipping cost when we ship your order. Ships via USPS within 2 days. About This Item The photos are the most accurate representation of what you will receive — what you see is what you get. Our descriptions are created using advanced image analysis to help identify details about each item. While we strive for accuracy, some details such as location, dates, or publisher may occasionally need correction. Please rely on the photos for condition and trust the images over the text. If you have any questions, please message us before purchasing. Image Notes Some images may have discoloration caused by the curvature of the stereoview and the gloss on the photo. If you see multiple colors at the top or bottom of the photo, this is mostly the issue. If you have questions, please email me. Feedback When you receive your item, please give us your feedback. Your feedback is always welcome and appreciated, so we can grow and improve as an eBay member. If you have a question or concern, please email us before you leave feedback. We leave our feedback after you have left feedback for us. This is because we do not feel the transaction is complete until we know that you are happy. If there is a problem, we will solve it. • Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Photographic Images › Stereoviews & Stereoscopes.

Type

Stereoview

Unit of Sale

Single Unit

City

Yosemite Valley

Region

California

Country

United States

Size

3.5x7

Brand/Publisher

Underwood & Underwood

Era

1900s

Image Color

Sepia

Theme

Famous Places

Seller Notes

"VG-EXC (SEE SCANS)"