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Envelope with stamps sent from Addis Ababa to Paris
Envelope with stamps from the Royal Hotel, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to an address in Paris, France. Date: 1932
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1932 Ababa Addis Envelope Ethiopia Handwriting Handwritten Juliette Mail Postal Postmark Postmarked Purple Stamp Stamps
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This intriguing vintage postal artifact is an envelope sent from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to Paris, France, in the year 1932. The envelope, bearing the red, grey, and purple hues of the Ethiopian and French postal systems, showcases an array of captivating stamps affixed to its surface. The most prominent stamp on the envelope is from the Royal Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The design features a majestic lion, symbolizing power and strength, set against a backdrop of the Ethiopian flag. The stamp is postmarked with the image of a camel-drawn mail van, indicating its origin as a mail postage stamp. The envelope's destination is marked with a series of French stamps, including one bearing the image of renowned Dutch painter, Piet Mondrian, showcasing his iconic abstract design. The envelope's address, handwritten in elegant script, reads "M. Van Dongen, Rue Juliette Lamber, Paris, France." The envelope's postmark, dated 1932, is a testament to the advanced postal communication systems of the 1930s, allowing for the swift exchange of letters and correspondence between distant lands. The envelope's journey from Addis Ababa to Paris represents the global interconnectedness of the world during this era, a time of exploration, discovery, and cultural exchange. This envelope, with its unique combination of historical significance, beautiful design, and intriguing provenance, is a captivating reminder of the rich history of postal communications and the enduring allure of the written word.
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