Vintage postcard, ocean liner Lutetia Compagnie Sud-Atlantique maritime

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Description

This old postcard features a black and white photograph of the "Lutetia" ocean liner of the Compagnie de Navigation Sud-Atlantique. The scene shows the ship docked or maneuvering in a port, with a profile view highlighting its sleek silhouette and three characteristic large funnels. The card displays a clear and classic composition, typical of early 20th-century productions, with the inscription in the upper left: "Le Paquebot "LUTETIA" de la Compagnie de Navigation Sud-Atlantique. - BH."

The ocean liner, of great elegance, is distinguished by its dark hull and white superstructures, accentuated by the presence of numerous portholes and maritime architectural details. The upper decks, lined with passengers and crew members, as well as lifeboats suspended on the sides, are clearly visible. The overall visual evokes the aesthetics and naval engineering of the interwar period.

The postcard is printed on smooth-surfaced paper, with straight edges and slightly rounded corners. No color is added, respecting the original monochrome appearance. The image occupies almost the entire front face, without decorative margins. The overall condition of the visible side appears good, with no major creases or apparent tears; only slight signs of wear or surface stains may be observed, typical of an old, handled item.

The style of the typography used for the caption, as well as the composition of the photograph, are typical of postcard editions from the early 20th century, which places the item around the years 1910-1930, the period of activity of the Lutetia and the Compagnie Sud-Atlantique.

This postcard will be perfect for maritime themes, vintage ocean liners, and the history of transatlantic navigation. It easily integrates into a wall display or frame, or as illustrated documentation on French naval history.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The card shows slight visible signs of wear on the surface, with no major apparent defects on the front.

Did you know? The ocean liner Lutetia, launched in 1913, was one of the flagships of the Compagnie de Navigation Sud-Atlantique, connecting France and South America. It also served as a troop transport during the First World War, before resuming its civilian service until the 1930s.

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