Vintage retro FREZET old Marseille map road map Allauch suburb

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Description

Old map of the city of Marseille and its suburbs published by FREZET, visible on the blue and white cover. The front cover features a graphic design typical of the mid-20th century, with alternating bright blue and off-white stripes, as well as a "Cartes & Plans FREZET" diamond logo. The main inscription mentions "Plan de Marseille et de sa banlieue", including the sectors of Allauch and Plan-de-Cuques.

The document is a street guide, as indicated on the cover: it lists all streets, neighborhood names, district numbers, useful addresses, and practical information. A note also specifies the presence of a traffic plan. The text is printed in white on a blue background and blue on a white background, in a sans-serif typeface characteristic of the era.

At the bottom of the cover, the original point of sale is mentioned: "Librairie de la Bourse, 8, rue Paradis, Marseille". The entire document has a vertical rectangular shape, typical of folded city maps from this period.

The cover shows visible signs of wear, including pronounced folds, rubbing on the corners, and a homogeneous patination of use, testifying to its age and use. The paper surface also has some light marks and scratches, with no apparent tears on the visible side.

This type of map is sought after for vintage decoration, urban history, or the study of the evolution of the neighborhoods of Marseille and its surroundings. The retro look of the cover, with its bold colors and clean graphics, makes it a popular decorative item in an interior with an old-fashioned or industrial ambiance.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Cover with signs of wear, patination, and pronounced folds visible on the front. No major missing parts or tears on the visible section.

Did you know? FREZET maps were widely distributed in major cities in the south of France in the 20th century. They were renowned for their precision and regular updates, meeting the growing needs for urban mobility from the 1950s onwards, a period marked by the rise of the automobile and the expansion of suburbs.

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