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Vintage Postcard - Dinan, Rue des Cordeliers, Early 20th Century French Street Scene

Vintage Postcard - Dinan, Rue des Cordeliers, Early 20th Century French Street Scene

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This beautiful vintage postcard captures a quaint street scene from Rue des Cordeliers in Dinan, France, during the early 20th century. The hand-tinted image depicts a lively street with small shops, including Davy Chapelier and À la Grâce de Dieu. This bustling town scene provides a charming view of daily life in historic Dinan, with people gathered along the cobblestone streets under classic French architecture.

Postmarked and stamped with Swiss and French postage, this postcard was sent to Geneva, Switzerland. The detailed correspondence on the back further adds to its historical appeal. This piece would be a great addition for collectors of vintage European postcards or those with an interest in French street photography.

Key Features:

  • Era: Early 20th century (postmarked with Swiss and French stamps)
  • Publisher: LL Editions, Paris
  • Subject: Dinan, France - Rue des Cordeliers
  • Style: Hand-tinted color postcard
  • Condition: Some minor wear and discoloration typical for its age, but overall in good condition.
  • Size: Standard postcard size (approximately 5.5 inches x 3.5 inches)

Collectors Information:
This postcard is part of the series by LL Editions, a well-known French publisher of early 20th-century postcards. The view of Rue des Cordeliers in Dinan, with its cobblestone streets and small shops, gives a charming and nostalgic look at French town life during this period. The combination of Swiss and French postage marks on the back adds an extra layer of historical significance for collectors of postal history. 

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