10pc Collection of French Line Ocean Liner Postcards

Early 20th-century collection of ten postcards featuring ocean liners from the Compagnie Generale Transatlantique (French Line). The group includes color lithographs and black-and-white photographic prints of vessels including the S.S. Cuba, S.S. Rochambeau, Le Perou, and Le Guadeloupe. Visual subjects include ship exteriors at sea or in port, alongside first-class interior views of the S.S. Cuba showing the salon and grand staircase. The group also features a 1909 commemorative card for French President Armand Fallieres. Printed markings include A.J. LEON, LITHO. N.Y. on the night scene lithograph, and various printed specifications and shipping line titles on other cards. Several examples are postally used with postmarks dating from 1909 to 1938 and handwritten correspondence in English, Spanish, and French. Ten pieces total. Dimensions: 5.75"W x 3.75"H Provenance: Museum of Miami Collection, known for its extensive archives, manuscripts, and visual materials documenting the region's history. Weight: 3. oz Condition Request Condition Report Age related wear.

Estimate:£15.1

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