{"product_id":"plan-ancien-marseille-travaux-publics-hydraulique-annees-30-40-port-fontaine-tui","title":"Old map Marseille public works hydraulic 1930s-1940s Port Fountain Tui","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 technical plan, likely original, representing a hydraulic development or public works project in Marseille. The document shows a colored tracing in ink and pencil, notably indicating the \"Port de la Fontaine des Tuiles\" and the \"Chemin de Grande Communication N°30 dit du Littoral\". The entire piece is laid flat on a wooden surface, under warm light, highlighting the paper's patina and the details of the technical drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe map features several handwritten annotations in red and black, typical of engineering documents from the 1930s-1940s. We can observe traces of canals, banks, and areas colored in blue and pink to differentiate hydraulic elements and structures. The lines and lettering are clear, revealing precise technical work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lower-left corner, the inscription \"Échelle de 0,002 pm \/ T. 3000, 1952\" is visible, placing the plan's design period around the mid-20th century. The central area clearly shows the port as well as transportation routes, likely intended for infrastructure or road planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe support shows slight wear: noticeable fold marks, small stains, and yellowing of the paper, characteristic of handled antique documents. Overall readability remains very good, with colors still well-contrasted for the object's age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis technical plan, typical of urban planning and public works in the Marseille region, offers a visual testament to local history and the evolution of hydraulic infrastructure on the Mediterranean coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Presence of folds, signs of use, and patination over time visible on the displayed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The \"Chemin de Grande Communication\" was an official designation for secondary French roads between the late 19th and mid-20th centuries, serving as an essential network to connect villages and ports to major national routes, before the widespread adoption of the modern road network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping. Professional seller specializing in antique documents and technical plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique map Marseille, public works document, vintage technical map, 1930s hydraulic plan, Port Fontaine des Tuiles, handwritten plan, Marseille urban planning, old infrastructure map, old engineering map, urban planning, vintage hydraulic works, Marseille archive document\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54302660985159,"sku":"7b7f9a8e-306c-4c79-be43-f143e69d3761-PA0.88","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_901411b6-dab9-4505-91cb-bf1a29a952b8.jpg?v=1783388100","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/plan-ancien-marseille-travaux-publics-hydraulique-annees-30-40-port-fontaine-tui","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}