La Cité—Notre-Dame et les Ponts The Île de la Cité—Notre-Dame and the Bridges, Antique Paris Postcard, Framed

La Cité—Notre-Dame et les Ponts
The Île de la Cité—Notre-Dame and the Bridges

A tiny window into another time—and the loveliest little layer for a collected home.

This original antique postcard captures Notre-Dame and the graceful bridges surrounding the Île de la Cité, the historic heart of Paris. Rising from its island setting in the Seine, the cathedral and its neighboring bridges create one of the city’s most romantic and recognizable views—making this an especially charming piece for a Francophile, traveler, or lover of historic architecture.

Set against rich blue silk and presented behind glass in a modern 5” x 7” gold bamboo-style frame, this piece creates a beautiful marriage of old and new.

Rather than covering the edges with a traditional mat, I intentionally floated each postcard against the blue silk so its original perforated edges and individual nuances remain visible. Slightly uneven margins, gently jagged edges, and imperfect symmetry are all part of its age and history—little details that make each piece completely unique.

Perfect for displaying on a bookshelf, tucked into a gallery wall, layered on an easel, or given as a thoughtful gift. Each postcard bears its own age-appropriate character and patina, making every framed piece wonderfully individual.

Please forgive the occasional glare in the photographs—each postcard is protected behind glass, and apparently photographing glass without capturing every light in the room is not among my many talents.

$42, with insured shipping included within the continental United States. Also available for pickup at our showroom of antique and vintage home and garden décor just outside Austin, Texas.