{"product_id":"carte-postale-ancienne-marseille-ville-de-bone-compagnie-transatlantique-paquebo","title":"Vintage postcard Marseille City of Bône French Line liner","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetailed Visual Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique postcard features a black and white view of a steamship docked in the port of Marseille. The liner, named \"La Ville de Bône,\" belongs to the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, as indicated in the caption printed at the bottom of the card: \"MARSEILLE. — \"La Ville de Bône\", Compagnie Générale Transatlantique. — LL.\" The ship occupies the center of the image, displaying characteristics of early 20th-century steamers: a dark hull, two visible masts, a central funnel, and various detailed deck fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the background, the quays of Marseille port are clearly visible, lined with period buildings, placing the scene in a bustling port context. The photograph is notable for its fine detail, allowing the ship's superstructure, as well as the tenders and boats on deck, to be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe card itself has a matte appearance, typical of old silver halide prints, without any apparent glazing. The edges are sharp, and the image is well-centered on the visible side, without decorative borders. The printed text at the bottom left specifies the reference \"265\" and the publisher's mention \"LL.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe support shows a slight patina consistent with age, with some visible signs of wear on the corners, typical of a period item. No added color; the print is strictly monochrome, true to old maritime postcard productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire scene offers valuable visual documentation of the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique fleet and the activity of Marseille port during that period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The card shows moderate signs of wear, particularly at the corners, and a slight patina due to age, with no tears or major stains visible on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, also known as the \"French Line,\" was founded in 1861 and played a major role in transporting passengers and mail between France, North Africa, and America. Liners like \"La Ville de Bône\" connected Marseille with Algeria, contributing to the development of maritime trade in the Mediterranean during the Belle Époque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfessional Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast shipping and careful packaging guaranteed by a professional seller specializing in antique items and historical postcards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique marine postcard, French Line, old liner, Marseille port, ship postcard, Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, Ville de Bône, steamship postcard, vintage maritime card, maritime transport, France liner card, old ship postcard\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54308328866119,"sku":"EBAY-315759962590","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_7b94704c-cc4f-4c66-9056-73005c2807a9.jpg?v=1783480284","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/carte-postale-ancienne-marseille-ville-de-bone-compagnie-transatlantique-paquebo","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}