Vintage Marseille Notre-Dame sticker, retro decor, The passion of a lifetime

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Description

Period sticker with a typical design, representing a stylized view of the Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica in Marseille. The sticker's shape is curved at the top, giving it an original and easily recognizable silhouette. The design, executed in an illustrative style, highlights contrasting colors: black for outlines and buildings, bright red for architectural touches and details, blue for some facade elements and a plant motif in the foreground.

The inscription "La Passion de toute une Ville" (The Passion of a whole City) appears at the top, in clearly legible black letters, evoking the emblematic attachment of the city of Marseille to this monument. The background of the sticker is white, which enhances the design and facilitates its integration on various surfaces. The central motif occupies most of the visible side, without any other apparent mentions or logos. The illustration, intentionally simplified, is reminiscent of tourist productions from the 1970s to 1980s, with a retro aesthetic and flat color printing.

The visible surface of the sticker appears smooth, without pronounced bright reflections, suggesting a matte or satin finish. No material details are explicitly indicated, but the visual aspect corresponds to that of classic printed paper or vinyl stickers. No signs of complex cutting are observable; the outline follows a regular curved line.

The design highlights the bell tower and dome of Notre-Dame de la Garde, an emblematic monument of Marseille, overlooking a stylized evocation of the hill and Mediterranean vegetation. The style is reminiscent of vintage tourist souvenirs, often sought after for their retro charm and graphic authenticity.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The sticker has a very slight curve on the lower left edge, visible in the photo. No major defects, tears, or apparent stains on the photographed side. The print remains clear, with no visible discoloration.

Did you know? The Notre-Dame de la Garde basilica, nicknamed "la Bonne Mère" (the Good Mother), has overlooked Marseille since 1864 and serves as a protective symbol for its inhabitants. It is one of the most visited places in the city and regularly appears on souvenirs and tourist items related to Marseille.

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