{"product_id":"3378","title":"1920s Strasbourg Cathedral Astronomical Clock France Vintage Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarvel at the mechanical complexity of the world-famous Strasbourg Cathedral Astronomical Clock with this detailed sepia-toned view. Located in the south transept of the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Alsace, this Renaissance masterpiece is the third clock to stand on this site, completed between 1838 and 1843 by Jean-Baptiste Schwilgué. The scene captures the soaring height of the 18-meter-high mechanism, including its perpetual calendar, planetary orrery, and the intricate automated figures that strike each quarter-hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a symbol of the perfect marriage between scientific precision and artistic craftsmanship, the clock remains one of the most visited sights in France. This atmospheric composition highlights the dark, velvety shadows and fine architectural details possible through the premium printing processes of the interwar period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: European Photogravure (c. 1920s)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Strasbourg\u003cbr\u003eState or Region: Bas-Rhin, Alsace\u003cbr\u003eCountry: France\u003cbr\u003eTopic: Strasbourg Astronomical Clock, Strasbourg Cathedral, Renaissance Engineering, French Horology, Gothic Architecture\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Uncirculated\u003cbr\u003ePostage: None\u003cbr\u003eAddress Side: Divided back\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical (Portrait)\u003cbr\u003eArtist \/ Photographer: Unknown\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Unknown\u003cbr\u003ePrinter: Unknown\u003cbr\u003ePrint Type: Photogravure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Strasbourg clock is a marvel of horological history; it calculates ecclesiastical dates and shows the positions of the sun and moon relative to the stars. One of its most famous features is the \"Parade of the Apostles\" which occurs daily at solar noon. The sepia tones and absence of a visible dot pattern confirm a high-quality photogravure, a process favored by European publishers for capturing the complex shadows of cathedral interiors. The minimalist back design and absence of a publisher mark are typical of regional views produced for the booming Alsatian tourist trade during the interwar years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis postcard would look great framed or make an excellent addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove it ♡\u003cbr\u003eGet it ☆\u003cbr\u003eGet Lucky 💋 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Get Lucky Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46760761032893,"sku":"3378","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/3378.jpg?v=1778432996","url":"https:\/\/www.getluckyvintage.com\/products\/3378","provider":"Get Lucky Vintage ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}