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The oldest bookseller in Paris
A wonderful photographic postcard showing the Oldest Book Dealer in Paris - an old bearded man selling volumes from large wooden crates on the banks of the Seine, close to the Cathedral of Notre Dame, which looms large in the background. Book dealers of a similar ilk can still be found in the same place today
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Media ID 4405437
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Bearded Cases Dame Elderly Embankment Notre Seine Seller Selling Volumes
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Step into the enchanting world of yesteryears with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Greetings Cards. This charming card features an evocative image of "The Oldest Bookseller in Paris" from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the magic as an old, bearded bookseller sells volumes from large wooden crates on the picturesque banks of the Seine. Perfect for book lovers and those yearning for a touch of European history, this card is a timeless treasure to be cherished. Send a piece of Parisian nostalgia with every greeting."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.5cm x 12.5cm (6.1" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This enchanting photographic postcard transports us back in time to the heart of Paris, where the oldest bookseller in the city once plying his trade on the banks of the Seine. The elderly, bearded man, with a wise and worldly expression, sits amongst the treasured volumes he offers for sale, carefully arranged in large, weathered wooden crates. The historic scene unfolds along the embankment, with the iconic silhouette of Notre Dame Cathedral looming large in the background, its Gothic spires reaching towards the heavens. The passage of time is palpable in this evocative image, as the weight of history settles upon the old bookseller and the ancient stones of the cathedral. The gentle flow of the Seine adds to the sense of tranquility and timelessness, as the man continues his quiet, unassuming work, surrounded by the literary treasures of generations past. This photograph is a testament to the enduring allure of the written word and the rich cultural history of Paris. Though the old bookseller may no longer be with us, and the world around him has changed, the spirit of this scene remains alive and well. Today, book dealers of a similar ilk can still be found on the banks of the Seine, offering up the hidden gems of literature to curious and passionate readers. This image, with its historical significance and timeless beauty, is a must-have for any collection of Parisian memorabilia or for those with a love for the written word and the stories it holds. A true treasure from the past, brought to life through the lens of a master photographer.
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