{"product_id":"paris-vue-du-centre-de-pa","title":"Aerial Map of Paris","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis original 1963 illustrated map of Paris was created by the French cartographic studio Rougery La Blondel, a firm known for its beautifully detailed city plans and aerial-style perspective maps during the mid twentieth century. Their work blended technical accuracy with artistic charm, capturing the character of major European cities at a moment when tourism was rapidly expanding and visual travel aids were becoming an important part of cultural life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRougery La Blondel specialized in dense, bird’s eye urban renderings that allowed viewers to navigate a city through a single sweeping image. In this map of central Paris, the firm highlights major landmarks in red, uses green for parks and boulevards, and sets the rest of the city in crisp monochrome linework. The effect is both informative and decorative, giving a clear sense of the city’s layout while celebrating the architectural icons that define Paris. The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Tuileries, the Opéra, Notre Dame, and dozens of other landmarks appear in sharp miniature detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished by the Commissariat Général au Tourisme, this map reflects the early 1960s era of French tourism promotion, when the country was presenting its cities with renewed pride in the postwar period. Maps by Rougery La Blondel remain appreciated today for their clarity, artistry, and nostalgic appeal, offering a vibrant snapshot of Paris as it appeared from above in the mid twentieth century. *Please note this poster is backed on conservation linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27.25\" x 42.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Artist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rougery La Blondel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Conservation mounted on linen. Please use the photo zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition. *Additional photos available upon request. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43020272828531,"sku":"P6211","price":741.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/FRX27464.jpg?v=1745795950","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/en-nl\/products\/paris-vue-du-centre-de-pa","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}