Yosemite Valley Stereoview Underwood & Underwood 1902 Zig-Zag Trail California

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View Yosemite Valley Stereoview Underwood & Underwood 1902 Zig-Zag Trail California with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This antique stereoview card, published by Underwood & Underwood in 1902, captures a rugged scene in Yosemite Valley, California. The composition highlights the dramatic scale of the rock formations and the challenging nature of early tourism in the Sierra Nevada mountains. This antique stereoview card, published by Underwood & Underwood in 1902, captures a rugged scene in Yosemite Valley, California. The image depicts travelers on horseback navigating the steep, rocky terrain of the Zig-Zag trail at the eastern end of the valley. The composition highlights the dramatic scale of the rock formations and the challenging nature of early tourism in the Sierra Nevada mountains. This stereograph is a classic example of the travel-themed 3D views popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. The card features extensive printed information, including the title '(20)-6086-Climbing up the steep Zig-Zag trail—at the eastern end of Yosemite Valley, Cal.' and a copyright date of 1902 by Underwood & Underwood. The publisher's markings are visible on the side margins, listing office locations in New York, London, Toronto-Canada, Ottawa-Kansas, and studios in Westwood, N.J., and Washington, D.C. The reverse side includes the view title translated into six different languages, including French, German, Spanish, Swedish, and Russian, indicating its wide international distribution at the turn of the century. Item Specifications: - Item Type: Stereoview / Stereograph - Publisher: Underwood & Underwood - Subject Matter: Yosemite Valley, California; Horseback Riding; Landscapes - View Title: (20)-6086-Climbing up the steep Zig-Zag trail—at the eastern end of Yosemite Valley, Cal. - Format: Curved Mount Cardboard - Era: 1902 - Locations: Yosemite Valley, California, USA - Identifiers: Copyright 1902; View No. 6086 Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Photographic Images › Stereoviews & Stereoscopes.