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Aix en Provence France Eglise Saint Jean de Malte 13th Century Tomb Postcard
The image focuses on the elaborate Gothic tomb identified on the card as “Tombeau des Comtes de Provence (XIIIe siècle)” — Tomb of the Counts of Provence, 13th century. The scene shows impressive Gothic arches, sculpted figures, decorative stonework and the medieval tomb.
The lower left identifies Coll. C. Martinet, Aix.
Postcard Details
- Location: Aix-en-Provence, France
- Church: Église Saint-Jean-de-Malte
- Subject: Tomb of the Counts of Provence
- Caption dates the tomb to the 13th century
- Publisher/collection: C. Martinet, Aix
- Black-and-white photographic postcard
- Divided back
- French “Carte Postale” back
- Unused / unposted
Highlights
- Detailed interior view of historic Saint-Jean-de-Malte
- Gothic religious architecture
- Medieval tomb and statuary
- Strong Aix-en-Provence and French history subject
- Original French caption remains clearly readable
- Unused example with no writing, stamp or postmark
Condition
Good vintage condition with general age-related wear, light corner and edge wear, and some surface/toning consistent with age. There is noticeable wear/creasing near the upper-right corner. Reverse is clean and unused overall. Please review photos carefully for exact condition.
Note: The color remastered version does NOT come with this postcard