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1931 Paris Colonial Exposition Sudanese Village Gate Postcard – Dee's Postcards
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Archival photograph of the Sudanese Village gate at the 1931 Paris Colonial Exposition, featuring textured earthen architecture and Angkor Wat-style temple spires
Back of vintage 1931 Paris Colonial Exposition postcard with handwritten message in French, postmarked stamp, and publisher information
$17.50

Paris - Exposition Coloniale Internationale 1931 - Sudanese Village Gate - RPPC Postcard SP23

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This vintage postcard documents the Palais de l'A.O.F. (French West Africa Palace) at the 1931 Exposition Coloniale Internationale de Paris. The image shows the entrance gate to the Sudanese Village, designed by architects G. Olivier and J.G. Lambert with bas-reliefs by Jouannault.

Scene Details:

  • Textured earthen-style gateway with decorative relief sculptures
  • Angkor Wat-inspired temple spires visible in the background
  • Period visitors in 1930s attire walking through the entrance
  • Architectural blend of African and Southeast Asian design elements
  • Trees and landscaping framing the exposition grounds
  • Sepia-toned photograph capturing the historical exhibition

This card has some creasing in the bottom right corner region. Please zoom into and look closely at the front and back photos to view condition, and feel free to send me a message if you have any questions. Thank you, D