Dimensions: approx. 5 7/8 x 4 inches
Photographer/Publisher: Editions Le Doaré – Châteaulin
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.
Text:
Lannion Medieval
LANNION (Côtes du Nord)
Les vieilles maisons de la rue Geoffroy de Pontblanc époque Louis XIII avec leurs cariatides sculptées
Addressee: Miss Sheena Hammond, Fairview Allghnamoyle, Omagh, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland, UK
Internal notes: QC passed
The charm of the 1986 Lannion postcard is rooted in its timeless celebration of French medieval architecture. The image captures the atmospheric streets of Lannion, where the 17th-century rue Geoffroy de Pontblanc is flanked by intricately sculpted caryatids on historic facades. As you hold this postcard, imagine strolling through this cobbled street, the scents of fresh baguettes wafting from nearby boulangeries and the melodic chatter of French locals filling the air. The ornate wood and stone carvings tell silent tales of an era long gone but fondly preserved. It is a scene that feels like stepping into a painting, where the walls themselves seem to whisper stories of Louis XIII’s reign.
On the reverse side, a personal letter vividly illustrates the joy of a summer holiday. The writer, Helen, captures the essence of carefree adventures, from bike rides to beach days under a bright French sky. There’s something relatable and universal about the sore bottoms and beach escapades—a reminder of simple pleasures in life. The handwritten note connects the historical depth of Lannion to the lightheartedness of a family vacation, bridging centuries of experience in one delicate piece of correspondence.
The postmark and the green Marianne stamp of 1.80 francs add another layer of nostalgia. They are not just functional details but markers of a bygone postal era when a postcard was the primary medium of sharing one’s travels. This connection between sender and receiver, across countries and memories, evokes a sentiment that collectors and history enthusiasts deeply value—a snapshot of life as it was.
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