Plan old port Fontaine des Tuiles Marseille vintage 1930 public works hydraulic

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Description

This period document is an old technical plan representing the "Port de la Fontaine des Tuiles" in Marseille, as indicated by the legible inscription on the visible side. It is a handwritten and watercolored plan, typical of public works and hydraulic projects from the first third of the 20th century. The drawing shows a detailed mapping of the port infrastructure, with handwritten legends, precise black ink lines, and watercolor fills (blue for water, red for specific areas, beige for land).

The plan highlights several technical elements: dikes, quays, communication areas, and marked surfaces. We can notably distinguish the mention "Sté Amicale Philanthropique de Pêche 'Lou Sard'", as well as annotations like "Surface swept by the crane's jib" or "Water surface: 2.30 x 1.60 m", indicating a precise survey intended for professional use. The lines are clear and the handwritten lettering is typical of engineering plans of the era.

The document features a North orientation, a grid, and measurement indications in pencil and ink, as well as details on port infrastructures (jetties, quays, water areas, land reclamation surface). The whole is made on yellowed paper, patinated by time, reinforcing its vintage and authentic character.

Visually, the plan is folded in its center, with a slight crease mark, and placed on a wooden piece of furniture. The edges of the document show slight wear, consistent with use and conservation over several decades. The general appearance is that of an old technical plan, intended for on-site consultation or construction meetings.

The visible side does not show any manufacturer's mention, but the graphic style, lettering, and watercolor technique clearly place this document in the 1930s-1940s, consistent with the keywords provided.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The plan shows fold marks and a general patina, with slight traces of wear on the edges. No major missing parts or tears visible on the photographed side.

Did you know? Watercolored plans were commonly used in French public works until the 1950s, as watercolor allowed for a quick and clear visualization of technical areas, long before the adoption of blueprinting and large-scale photocopying. Marseille, as a major Mediterranean port, saw many hydraulic and port projects illustrated by this type of technical document.

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