Old handwritten letter 1947 + envelope, vintage documents Toulouse

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Description

A set of period documents comprising an old handwritten letter dated 1947, accompanied by its original stamped envelope, as well as two other administrative and religious documents. The set is displayed on a wooden table, in front of a bookcase of old books, highlighting the historical and authentic character of these papers.

The handwritten letter, written in dark ink on cream paper, features dense and regular cursive writing across the visible surface. The text, although partially legible, reveals polite greetings and personal passages, addressed to a certain Marguerite. The visible envelope bears the handwritten address "Madame Vve Henri Bleu, 70 rue de Rouen", with a blue stamp and a postmark dated 1947.

A printed sheet, predominantly blue-green, illustrated with an engraving of a church or monument, contains religious texts and recommendations addressed to family members or friends, likely related to a ceremony or spiritual event. There is also an administrative or money order coupon, printed in red and beige, issued in Toulouse and addressed to a local recipient, featuring banking and postal details typical of the post-war period.

All of these documents bear witness to post-war French correspondence and administrative practices, with graphic and typographic elements characteristic of the late 1940s. The papers show a period patina, some folds and visible signs of use, but maintain good overall legibility.

The diversity of materials (handwritten letter, envelope, official prints, religious leaflet) offers an authentic glimpse into daily life and French epistolary practices at the end of World War II, particularly in the Toulouse region.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The set shows signs of handling, folds, marks and slight wear consistent with its age. The documents remain generally legible and well-preserved for their era.

AFW Reassurance

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