Vintage France Cité de Carcassonne Photo Postcard by E. Roudière

This original vintage postcard features a stunning black and white photograph of the iconic Cité de Carcassonne, a medieval fortress in France renowned for its fortified city walls and towers. The image captures the impressive Porte d'Aude, showcasing the intricate stonework and defensive architecture that dates back centuries. The postcard was published by E. Roudière, a notable French postcard editor, during the Divided Back era (1907-1915), making it a genuine early 20th-century collectible.Measuring the standard size of 5.5 x 3.5 inches, this photo postcard exemplifies classic early photographic printing techniques, emphasizing fine detail and historic ambiance. The Cité de Carcassonne is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a significant cultural landmark in the Occitanie region of southern France, drawing interest from history enthusiasts and postcard collectors alike. The postcard's back is divided with clear sections for correspondence and address, marked "CARTE POSTALE" in French, and contains a stamp indicating "Property of Louis Lott," adding a layer of provenance to this rare piece.

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