{"product_id":"carte-postale-ancienne-paquebot-s-s-normandie-french-line-maritime-vintage","title":"Vintage postcard S.S. Normandie French Line maritime","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis old postcard features a black and white view of the famous transatlantic ocean liner S.S. Normandie. The image shows the ship in profile, sailing on a calm sea under a cloudy sky. The S.S. Normandie, recognizable by its three large, cylindrical, aligned funnels, occupies almost the entire card, illustrating its characteristic interwar silhouette. Details of the deck, cabins, and superstructures are clearly visible, conveying an impression of maritime power and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe printed caption at the bottom of the card includes several legible inscriptions: \"S.S. Normandie,\" \"French Line,\" and \"83,423 Gross Tons.\" These mentions confirm the identity of the ocean liner and recall its affiliation with the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, also known as the French Line. The elegant and fine handwritten typography enhances the classic and authentic appearance of the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe observed format is that of a horizontal postcard, with straight edges and slightly rounded corners. The card's surface shows a matte texture, typical of old prints, with no apparent glossy effect. No additional decorative elements or colorization are visible, the whole remaining in shades of grey, black, and white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is placed on a rough surface evoking an old table, which highlights its retro character. No other elements, text, or illustrations are visible on the presented side, apart from the ship's image and the inscriptions already mentioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe postcard is used and shows some visible signs of wear on the edges, as well as slight handling marks, typical of an old object. The corners show small folds or rounding, with no apparent tears or stains on the visible side. The image remains clear and legible, with good contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The S.S. Normandie, launched in 1932, was at the time the largest ocean liner in the world and a symbol of French Art Deco. It held the Blue Riband for the fastest Atlantic crossing in 1935, embodying the prestige of the French Line and the excellence of French naval design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast and careful shipping, professional packaging adapted to the fragility of antique postcards. Specialized seller of antique and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: Normandie ocean liner postcard, French Line, old transatlantic, S.S. Normandie postcard, vintage marine card, liner ship postcard, legendary ocean liner, Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, old ship photo, maritime Art Deco, French Line memorabilia, ocean liner postcard\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54287240462663,"sku":"EBAY-315759932343","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_02aa00cc-7e9b-4111-8894-23a45473f53e.jpg?v=1783142536","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/carte-postale-ancienne-paquebot-s-s-normandie-french-line-maritime-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}