ID: 58811192
Vintage Vietnam Saigon Phu de Cholon Artificial Grotto Postcard
$4.99
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HistoricPostcardCompany (4132)
Condition: Note that all 4 corners have been trimmed. Please examine scans carefully for flaws. The reverse ... Read more about the seller notes Note that all 4 corners have been trimmed. Please examine scans carefu ... Read More
Condition: Note that all 4 corners have been trimmed. Please examine scans carefully for flaws. The reverse ... Read more about the seller notes Note that all 4 corners have been trimmed. Please examine scans carefully for flaws. The reverse scan will sometimes reveal nicks or creases that are not visible from the front. Remember-you never pay more than 1 shipping charge. Read Less about the seller notes
This original early 20th-century black and white photo postcard captures a stunning artificial grotto at the Phu de Cholon in Saigon, Vietnam. Produced by Claude et Co., Éditeurs, Saigon, it belongs to the Série de Cochinchine, a collection highlighting French Indochina's unique landmarks. The postcard's undivided back dates it between 1901-1907, a period when postcards were primarily used for correspondence, enhancing its historical value.The finely detailed image showcases the lush foliage and intricate rockwork of the grotto, surrounded by carefully pruned trees and plants, reflecting the artistry and horticultural styles of colonial Vietnam. Printed on standard 5.5 x 3.5-inch stock, this postcard is a collectible piece that offers a glimpse into Saigon's cultural and botanical heritage during the early 1900s. A must-have for collectors of Asian postcards, vintage photography, or Francophone colonial history.
This original early 20th-century black and white photo postcard captures a stunning artificial grotto at the Phu de Cholon in Saigon, Vietnam. Produced by Claude et Co., Éditeurs, Saigon, it belongs to the Série de Cochinchine, a collection highlighting French Indochina's unique landmarks. The postcard's undivided back dates it between 1901-1907, a period when postcards were primarily used for correspondence, enhancing its historical value.The finely detailed image showcases the lush foliage and intricate rockwork of the grotto, surrounded by carefully pruned trees and plants, reflecting the artistry and horticultural styles of colonial Vietnam. Printed on standard 5.5 x 3.5-inch stock, this postcard is a collectible piece that offers a glimpse into Saigon's cultural and botanical heritage during the early 1900s. A must-have for collectors of Asian postcards, vintage photography, or Francophone colonial history.
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- HistoricPostcardCompany (4132)
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