Item Description

Up for auction is a premium piece of Western Americana and rodeo history: an original vintage 1919 Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) titled "Tex Crocker On South Dakota," photographed and copyrighted by the legendary R.R. Doubleday.

This authentic item is unposted with a clean back, beautifully preserving the stark contrast and incredible mid-action detail of early 20th-century rodeo life.

Key Features & Historical Significance:

• Photographer: R.R. Doubleday (Ralph R. Doubleday), the premier photographer of the American rodeo circuit, famous for capturing dramatic, live-action arena shots.
• Subject: Cowboy Tex Crocker masterfully riding a bucking horse in South Dakota.
• Copyright Date: 1919 (clearly printed on the front).
• Era: White Border Era / Early RPPC (1915–1930).
• Postage Condition: Unposted / Clean Back.
• Unit of Sale: Single Unit.

Condition:

Used / Vintage Unposted. This genuine century-old paper item is in excellent vintage condition for its age, showcasing sharp photographic detail. Please review the high-resolution listing photos carefully to evaluate the exact corner and surface condition for your collection.

An exceptional addition for collectors of R.R. Doubleday photography, historic rodeo memorabilia, South Dakota history, or antique Real Photo Postcards (RPPCs)!