{"product_id":"lot-8-cartes-postales-anciennes-valreas-vaucluse-vues-village-eglise-marche","title":"Lot of 8 old postcards Valréas Vaucluse village church market views","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\u003eThis lot consists of eight antique postcards illustrating different views of the commune of Valréas, located in the Vaucluse department, France. The cards are all in black and white or sepia, typical of productions from the first half of the 20th century. Several urban and rural scenes are represented, including panoramas of the village, tree-lined streets, public squares, as well as emblematic buildings such as the church of Valréas and the Hôtel de Simiane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome photographs highlight local life: one card shows a bustling covered market, while another presents a general view of the commune with hills in the background. Historical buildings and tree-lined public spaces are showcased, revealing Provençal architecture and the characteristic atmosphere of the south of France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt least two cards feature green postage stamps and visible postmarks, testifying to their postal circulation at the time. Several captions printed at the top or bottom of the cards specify the photographed locations, such as \"Vue générale prise du Pont Varouse\" (General view from Pont Varouse), \"L’École Supérieure\" (The Higher School), \"Bourg d’Orange\" (Orange Village), or \"Place Aristide Briand et Hôtel de Simiane\" (Aristide Briand Square and Hôtel de Simiane).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is presented flat, allowing for observation of the general condition of the illustrated sides. The edges and corners show normal signs of wear for cards of this era, with some visible handling marks on certain ones. The photographs retain good readability of architectural details and street scenes, despite some variations in contrast or sharpness related to the age of the prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographic style, the typography of the captions, and the presence of old vehicles and period costumes place these cards primarily between the years 1900 and 1930. This lot thus offers an authentic glimpse into the heritage and daily life in Valréas at the beginning of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed items, sold as is. Visible wear consistent with the age of the cards: blunted corners, handling marks, slight surface traces or stains. Images and captions remain generally legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Valréas is part of the Enclave des Papes, a historical peculiarity of the Vaucluse: this commune, surrounded by the Drôme, remained under papal sovereignty until the French Revolution. The covered market visible on one of the cards is emblematic of the agricultural and commercial activity of the area since the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour order will be carefully packaged and shipped promptly by a professional seller specializing in antique and historical items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique postcards, CPA Valréas, antique views Vaucluse, vintage village photo, antique cards France, church postcards, covered market Valréas, Place Aristide Briand, old postcard France, antique cards Provence, black and white card, historic Valréas\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54231520575815,"sku":"EBAY-315427522802","price":7.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_f0e82cec-1973-4e58-9597-fc6f628da970.jpg?v=1782410949","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/lot-8-cartes-postales-anciennes-valreas-vaucluse-vues-village-eglise-marche","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}