Vintage postcard Casablanca – Les Arcades du Boulevard de La Gare, historical postcard, Morocco, city view, souvenir, collectible card

Offering well-preserved vintage postcard from Casablanca Morocco with a postmark (Photo Flandrin). The card was sent from Morocco to Lausanne Switzerland.

About the vintage postcard “Casablanca Les Arcades du Boulevard de La Gare”

The vintage postcard "Casablanca Les Arcades du Boulevard de La Gare" from 1890 offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of great cultural and historical significance. It depicts, in striking black and white, the vibrant life in the alleys of Casablanca, where veiled women stroll through the streets. This depiction raises questions about social norms and the role of gender in Moroccan society at that time.

The old "Coiffeur" sign in the graphic and the architectural elements of the arcades embody the charm of the Orient and the diverse influences that shaped Casablanca. The postcard was sent at a time when Europe and Africa were in close contact, thus documenting not only a piece of individual history but also the relationships between these continents.

The "Maroc" postmark on the reverse is a reminder of the communication and connections created by these small cultural artifacts. Every detail of the card tells its own story, encouraging the viewer to reflect on time and change. In an increasingly digital world, such a vintage postcard remains a treasured relic, preserving the allure of the past and igniting a longing for a deeper connection with history.