{"product_id":"lettre-manuscrite-ancienne-marseille-italie-enveloppe-ecriture-vintage","title":"Old handwritten letter Marseille-Italy + vintage writing envelope","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld handwritten letter accompanied by its original envelope, visible in the photo. The set shows personal correspondence, probably dating from the mid-20th century, written in blue ink on an old lined sheet of paper. The handwriting is cursive, typical of a popular hand from that era, and fills the entire visible page. The letter has marked folds, indicating it was sent by post, as well as a homogeneous patina and slightly worn edges, characteristic of a period document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe envelope, displayed at the top of the image, bears a red postage stamp and clearly legible handwritten inscriptions. The recipient's address in Marseille is distinguishable, mentioning \"Cie ... St. Louis\" and the name \"Mme Christiany\" (the rest of the name is only partially legible). The postmark is visible, although the precise date is not decipherable in the photo. The envelope has a torn opening on the top edge, typical of old handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe handwritten letter mentions a journey or trip, referring to a route between Marseille and Italy, which enhances the historical interest of this set. The visible words and phrases, though partially legible, reveal familiar formulations and a spontaneous style, illustrating private correspondence from a bygone era. The sheet shows a matte texture, ink tracing slightly faded in places, and a light grid typical of 20th-century correspondence papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set (letter + envelope) offers authentic testimony to daily life and personal exchanges in the context of travel or emigration between France and Italy. No additional graphic elements are visible on the letter or envelope, apart from the postage and handwritten mentions. The back of the documents is not visible in the photo; only the written side is described here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe general presentation shows wear consistent with the age of the object: the letter paper has horizontal and vertical folds, creased corners, and a slight tear on the bottom right edge. The envelope also shows traces of old handling, with no other notable decorative elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is: wear from use, marked folds, creased edges, slight tear on the envelope. Homogeneous patina and period authenticity. See photos for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Handwritten letters sent between Marseille and Italy bear witness to intense postal activity in the 20th century, particularly concerning family exchanges related to migration. Marseille was one of the main ports for departures to Italy and North Africa, and popular correspondence offers a valuable reflection of the lifestyles and concerns of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional seller: careful packaging, fast and tracked shipping. Guaranteed attentive handling of each item shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique letter, handwritten correspondence, vintage envelope, popular handwriting, postal document, old mail, Marseille Italy, 20th century letter, handwritten letter, old letter, vintage envelope, French handwritten letter, old lined paper\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256128229703,"sku":"5f3cf146-8a73-465c-8a24-aecb554e3bc6","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_cc8893e0-7daa-4474-ae47-3c8e28149309.jpg?v=1782774068","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lettre-manuscrite-ancienne-marseille-italie-enveloppe-ecriture-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}