Dijon Cathedral Saint-Bénigne France Vintage Postcard E. L. Courja Art

$ 2.51

Original/Licensed Reprint: Original brand: Marcel Bourgouhlin Continent: Europe Era: Photochrome (1939-Now) Country of Origin: France Signed: No Features: Divided Back Unit of Sale: Single Unit Artist: E. L. Courja Country/Region of Manufacture: France Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Unit Quantity: 1 Number of Items in Set: 1 Theme: Architecture Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Material: Paper Postage Condition: Unposted Subject: Cathedral City: Dijon Region: Burgundy-Franche-Comté Country: France Brand/Publisher: Marcel Bourgouhlin Unit Type: Unit

Description

Dijon Cathedral Saint-Bénigne France Vintage Postcard E. L. Courja Art. This exquisite vintage postcard captures the architectural grandeur of the Cathédrale Saint-Bénigne in Dijon, France. The image beautifully showcases the cathedral's towering spire and its distinctive, colorful Burgundian-style tiled roof, a hallmark of the region's historical buildings. Rendered in a charming artistic style, likely a chromolithograph, the postcard evokes the serene beauty of early 20th-century French urban landscapes, complete with subtle hints of daily life along the street. Published by Marcel Bourgouhlin and featuring the artistry of E. L. Courja, this piece is a testament to the era's postcard craftsmanship. The reverse side features the classic "CARTE POSTALE" header and a divided back, characteristic of postcards produced after 1907, perfect for collectors of French topographical or architectural views. A unique detail on the back is the logo for "Collection Photographie L. Delclaver Grand Hotel Du La Cloche Dijon," suggesting its local origin from a prominent Dijon establishment, adding to its historical and collectible appeal.