Dimensions: approx. 5 7/8 x 4 1/4 inches
Photographer/Publisher: Editions BEATIC, Brux., Concessionnaire exclusif des cartes-vue de l’Atomium.
Condition: In decent condition for age. Please check our images.
Text:
ATOMIUM
Sphère de base et hall d’accueil
Onderste sfeer en ontvangsthall
Untere Kugel und Empfangshalle
Lower sphere and reception hall
Addressee: n/a
Internal notes: QC passed
Imagine yourself standing in the bustling scene of mid-20th-century Brussels, captured perfectly in this postcard of the Atomium. The lower sphere and reception hall dominate the foreground, glistening with reflections of its surroundings, a testament to the futuristic design that symbolised post-war optimism and innovation. The geodesic patterns and the vibrant yellow gondolas draw your eyes upward, as if beckoning you to explore the iconic spheres above. Crowds gather below, each person representing a story of discovery, hope, and fascination during the Expo 58 World’s Fair, where this marvel first wowed the world.
The reverse side of this postcard whispers untold stories of its journey. Though the addressee space is blank, one can almost imagine the joy of someone sending this relic to a loved one, their handwritten thoughts of awe and wonder traveling across borders. The elegant typography and multilingual descriptions, reflecting Belgium’s rich cultural tapestry, lend a timeless quality to this piece. Without a stamp or postmark, it feels as though this card was carefully preserved, untouched, awaiting its opportunity to speak to a modern collector.
This is more than just a postcard; it is a portal into a world where architecture symbolised unity and progress. For collectors, it embodies an era of optimism and artistic brilliance. Holding it, you are not just witnessing history but also becoming its custodian, a bridge between the past and the present, cherishing a piece of timeless design and human achievement.
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