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Vintage postcard titled 'Saint-Nazaire - Le Jardin des Plantes'

Vintage postcard titled 'Saint-Nazaire - Le Jardin des Plantes'

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History

This postcard depicts the Jardin des Plantes (Botanical Garden) in Saint-Nazaire, France, likely photographed in the early 20th century. Saint-Nazaire, a port city on the Loire estuary in western France, developed its public gardens during the Belle Époque period as part of urban beautification efforts. The sepia-toned photograph shows the characteristic landscaping and tree specimens that were popular in French municipal gardens of that era. Vintage French postcards from this period are highly sought after by deltiology enthusiasts, regional history collectors, and those interested in Belle Époque France. These postcards serve as valuable historical documents, offering glimpses into the urban landscapes, architecture, and daily life of early 20th-century France. Collectors particularly value postcards depicting specific locations like botanical gardens, as they document the evolution of public spaces and horticultural practices over time.

Origin

Saint-Nazaire, Loire-Atlantique, France

Time period

circa 1900-1920