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Messageries Maritimes - Promotional postcard
Promotional postcard for Messageries Maritimes - a French merchant shipping company. Date: circa 1950s
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Media ID 14381934
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of vintage maritime history with our exquisite Messageries Maritimes Jigsaw Puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle features a promotional postcard image from the 1950s, showcasing the elegance and grandeur of the French merchant shipping company, Messageries Maritimes. Immerse yourself in the rich details of this beautifully preserved postcard, as you piece together the history and stories hidden within. A perfect activity for puzzle enthusiasts, families, and history buffs alike, this challenging yet rewarding puzzle is a must-have addition to your collection.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.2cm x 76cm (18.6" x 29.9")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76cm (20" x 29.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Step aboard the Messageries Maritimes, a pioneering French merchant shipping company that connected Europe with the vibrant shores of Africa during the 1950s. This evocative promotional postcard transports us back in time, as we witness a native outrider guiding a boat through the crystal-clear waters off the coast of Africa. The image, taken circa 1950s, captures the essence of international maritime travel during an era of exploration and discovery. The Messageries Maritimes fleet, with its distinctive red funnels, sailed the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, linking Marseille with exotic ports such as Djibouti, Madagascar, Mauritius, and Réunion. This postcard, with its idyllic scene, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural exchanges that took place between Europe and Africa during this period. The Messageries Maritimes played a crucial role in the development of international trade and communication, as it facilitated the transportation of goods, people, and ideas between continents. The company's commitment to innovation and exploration is reflected in this postcard, which remains a testament to the enduring allure of the sea and the spirit of adventure that defined the 1950s.
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