{"product_id":"carte-postale-ancienne-paquebot-dartagnan-messageries-maritimes-maritime-vintag","title":"Vintage postcard ocean liner D'Artagnan Messageries Maritimes maritime","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis old postcard depicts the ocean liner \"D'Artagnan,\" a ship of the Messageries Maritimes company. The black and white photograph shows the ship from a three-quarter front view, at sea, with part of the hull, the upper deck, and both smokestacks clearly visible. The legible inscription at the top of the card reads: \"D'Artagnan – Nouveau Paquebot des Messageries Maritimes\" (D'Artagnan – New Ocean Liner of Messageries Maritimes), highlighting the historical and maritime nature of this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shot features a typical composition of early 20th-century postcards, with sepia printing and a slight contrast that accentuates the antique feel of the scene. The architectural details of the ocean liner are sharp: one can distinguish the masts, the lifeboats aligned along the deck, and numerous portholes on the hull. The overall atmosphere evokes the golden age of transatlantic transport and prestigious ocean liners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cardboard support of the card shows visible signs of wear: blunted corners, small stains and marks on the surface, as well as a slight patina that testifies to its authenticity and age. No writing or annotations are visible on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe background of the photograph shows a glimpse of a port area, with other maritime structures in the background, reinforcing the historical context and documentary interest of this postcard. The typography used for the caption is typical of old editions, with a centered alignment and a sober font.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is placed on a circular surface with a patinated appearance, which adds to the vintage atmosphere of the presentation but does not affect the object itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Visible wear on corners and surface, period patina, marks and stains due to age. The photograph remains legible and the main inscription is identifiable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The D'Artagnan ocean liner was part of the Messageries Maritimes fleet, a major French shipping company founded in the 19th century and famous for its routes to Asia, Africa, and Oceania. These ships played a key role in passenger and mail transport before the rise of commercial aviation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase will be carefully packaged and shipped promptly by a professional seller specializing in antique and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: ship postcard, old ocean liner, Messageries Maritimes, D'Artagnan, vintage maritime photo, liner postcard, transatlantic, old marine chart, legendary ship, old ship postcard, historic ship, French ocean liner\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54235615527239,"sku":"EBAY-315759830057","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_07485f75-5d89-49c0-aa86-6033a975f8ca.jpg?v=1782473013","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/carte-postale-ancienne-paquebot-dartagnan-messageries-maritimes-maritime-vintag","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}