Vintage Michelin 987 Germany Benelux Austria old road map decor

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Description

Old road map published by Michelin, model n°987, dedicated to Germany, Benelux and Austria. The visible cover features the famous Michelin logo (Bibendum) at the top, with a dominant dark blue, yellow borders and a black and white geographical map at the bottom. The title "DEUTSCHLAND BENELUX-ÖSTERREICH STRASSENKARTE" is displayed in yellow capital letters, characteristic of Michelin road editions from the second half of the 20th century.

The map is presented in a folded format, with an elongated rectangular structure typical of travel road maps. The reference number "987" is visible at the top left, as well as the number "486" at the bottom right, probably related to the edition or the covered area. The detailed mention "MICHELIN-REIFENWERKE A.G. KARLSRUHE-WEST Vogesenstrasse, 4" appears at the bottom of the cover, specifying the publisher and Michelin's German address at the time.

The graphic design, typography and paper condition attest to a vintage style, with several visible signs of wear: small color losses on the edges, blunt corners, abrasion marks on the cover. These signs of use reinforce the authenticity and retro charm of this road map, intended for decoration or collection of period objects.

The map shows an excerpt of the covered region, with a layout of main roads and city names in German. The scale "1 cm = 10 km" appears under the title, indicating the level of detail of the cartography. No other internal text or details are visible on this side.

The whole fits into the tradition of Michelin road guides, renowned for their precision and recognizable aesthetic. The object, with its colors, logo and typography, immediately evokes the travel atmospheres of the 20th century and fits perfectly into a retro or industrial decoration.

Condition

Second-hand item, sold as is. The cover shows visible signs of wear (scratches, blunt corners, small areas of color loss). Internal details are not visible in this photo.

Did you know? Michelin road maps, published since the early 20th century, have become a reference for European motorists. The map number, here "987", allowed for precise coverage of cross-border regions, and the brand often adapted its editions for different countries, as shown by the German address on this model.

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