Fred Harvey Grand Canyon Album Natural Color Prints for framing - vintage 1950s
A piece of Southwest travel history, the Grand Canyon Album of Natural Color Prints for Framing was originally sold as a tourist souvenir in Fred Harvey stores, originally along the Santa Fe Railway route. The set, likely from the late 1940s or early 1950s, includes eight full-color photographic prints capturing the dramatic vistas of the Grand Canyon. Designed specifically for framing, each print features a wide neutral border, making them easy to mat and display.
There is foxing on the outer border surrounding the images, but the prints themselves remain in very good condition. A proper sized mat could fully cover the affected border area. The prints are hole punched on the far left side of the border and held in a construction paper type portfolio with a cord.
More than art, this scrapbook of prints is a memento from the days of rail travel and the mid century days of road tripping tourism.
SIZE
- Prints are approx 9" x 6.25" with a wide neutral border.
- Portfolio is 16" x 11.5"
CONDITION The prints themselves are in good condition with no fading, but there is foxing on the neutral border. The portfolio is red construction paper with edge tears, scuffs and a 2.25" rip on the bottom of the front cover.
This is a vintage item with unique history and character. Every effort is made to provide an accurate and honest description. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. We want you to love your Fred Harvey print book.
