Vintage Linen Postcard Set, Travel Souvenir Ephemera — Mammoth Cave Kentucky Views (c. 1930s–1940s) — Curt Teich “C.T. Art-Colortone” | Cave Scenes, Travel Souvenir Ephemera

This is a photo-verified set of linen-era Mammoth Cave postcards—classic American travel souvenir ephemera from Kentucky’s famous cave system. You get a great mix of underground scenes (Echo River, formations, “Dead Sea”) plus a few on-the-ground park moments.

Several backs include printed descriptive text, and all show the Curt Teich Chicago “C.T. Art-Colortone” marking.

They’re ready to file, frame, or gift to the history-and-travel person in your life.

Quick Specs

• Item Type: Set of vintage postcards (7)
• Size: standard postcard format  
• Material: Linen-textured postcard stock (photo-verified texture)
• Color: Full color
• Origin or Maker: Curt Teich, Chicago — “C.T. Art-Colortone” (photo-verified)
• Year or Era: Linen era, likely early–mid 20th century (c. 1930s–1940s)
• GENRE: Travel Souvenir Ephemera
• Language / Pages: English / Not provided
• Identifiers: “Genuine Curteich-Chicago ‘C.T. Art-Colortone’ Post Card” (photo-verified); individual card codes visible include 9A-H2400, 9A-H2403, OB-H147 (others Not provided)

Design & Features

Scenes included (titles visible on fronts):

1. Trail Side Cabins at Historic Entrance (Mammoth Cave National Park, KY)
2. Snowball Dining Room (267 feet underground, 54°)
3. Salt Petre Vats (operated during War of 1812)
4. Echo River (360 feet underground)
5. “Dead Sea”
6. Hindu Temple and Onyx Temple (Frozen Niagara Entrance)
7. Blind Fish found in Echo River (360 feet underground)

Backs: Divided backs with “Place One Cent Stamp Here”; several have printed descriptive text blocks (photo-verified).

Condition Grade: Good

Notes: Linen texture and color still present; expected edge/corner wear from age; spotting/foxing on the backs of some cards (photo-verified, heavier on a few).

• See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.

Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.

About the Maker: Curt Teich & Co. (Chicago)

Curt Teich & Co. (Chicago) was one of the most recognizable American postcard makers of the early 20th century, known for richly colored souvenir views. This set is marked “Genuine Curteich-Chicago” and “C.T. Art-Colortone,” a line collectors often look for on linen-era cards.

A small stack of Mammoth Cave history—easy to collect, fun to display.

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Disclaimer  

The vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.

Care & Handling: Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.