Postcard ocean liner La Savoie Le Havre transatlantic maritime photo

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Description

This photographic postcard features the transatlantic ocean liner "La Savoie," identifiable by the inscription printed in the upper left: "A. D. 76 – LE HAVRE The ocean liner "La Savoie" entering port." The black and white image shows the ship in profile as it arrives in port, with its flag hoisted at the stern, and remarkable precision in rendering the ship's architectural details, particularly the two smokestacks and the deck structure. The composition highlights the sleek lines of the ocean liner and the reflections on the calm waters of Le Havre port.

The postcard's surface is matte, with no glossy finish visible on the photograph, typical of postcards published in the early 20th century. The edges are straight and crisp, with no fancy cuts. The printing is sharp, with a strong contrast between the dark parts of the ship and the light background of the sea and sky. The typography used for the text is fine and regular, positioned in the upper left, without any graphic clutter.

The overall condition of the postcard, observed on the visible side, shows some common signs of wear: small marks and slight soiling, mainly on the right side of the card, but no tears or major creases are visible on this side. The corners appear slightly blunted, a sign of old handling, but the photograph and inscriptions remain perfectly legible.

The solid wood furniture and polished metal objects visible in the background suggest a careful presentation but are not part of the sale. Only the postcard is included.

The maritime scene, associated with the explicit mention of the port of Le Havre, makes it a sought-after iconographic document on themes of maritime transport, transatlantic ocean liners, and French port history. The French flag is also visible at the stern of the ship, reinforcing the historical and geographical anchoring of this image.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows superficial signs of wear and slightly blunted corners, with no major defects apparent on the photograph.

Did you know? The ocean liner "La Savoie" was a transatlantic liner of the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique (CGT), put into service in 1901 to connect Le Havre to New York. It played an important role in the rise of transatlantic links in the early 20th century, transporting passengers and mail between France and the United States until World War I.

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