{"product_id":"carte-ancienne-durban-1953","title":"Vintage map - Durban 1953","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eImmerse yourself in the sparkling atmosphere of the 1950s with this reissue of the famous \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"84\"\u003e\"Chuckle Map\" of Durban\u003c\/b\u003e, originally published in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"135\"\u003e1953\u003c\/b\u003e. Far more than a simple city plan, this illustrated map is a lively and humorous testament to the golden age of tourism in South Africa. Designed and compiled by the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"315\"\u003eDurban Publicity Association\u003c\/b\u003e and published by the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"362\"\u003eDurban Printing and Publishing Company\u003c\/b\u003e, it was intended to welcome visitors with lightheartedness while introducing them to the charms of this subtropical seaside city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe aesthetics of this map are a real feast for the eyes. It adopts a vibrant \"cartoon\" style, typical of the mid-century, where every corner of the city comes alive with mischievous details. On a bright yellow background evoking the region's permanent sunshine, we discover a multitude of small illustrated scenes: surfers tackling the waves of the Indian Ocean, fishing boats in the bay, planes flying over Reunion Airport, or golfers in the middle of their swing. The boxes at the bottom of the page add historical depth with a timeline of the city's major events since 1823, while the \"Daily Pleasure Parade\" section boasts the pleasures of local life between botanical gardens and air-conditioned cinemas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eOriginally printed under the copyright of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003e1953\u003c\/b\u003e, this map is the result of a collective effort aimed at promoting Durban as the ultimate \"Garden City\". This high-quality reissue, made on art paper selected for its ability to reproduce the brilliance of the original colors, preserves all the charm and finesse of the original lines. It is an ideal decorative piece to bring a touch of whimsy, color, and vintage exoticism to your interior, while celebrating the history of one of the most iconic cities on the African continent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cartopolo","offers":[{"title":"30 x 40 cm \/ Creative paper 200 gsm","offer_id":52986904740183,"sku":null,"price":19.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"50 x 70 cm \/ Creative paper 200 gsm","offer_id":52986904772951,"sku":null,"price":34.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"70 x 100 cm \/ Creative paper 200 gsm","offer_id":52986904805719,"sku":null,"price":59.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/7854\/4418\/files\/DURBAN195350X70CARTEGEOGRAPHIQUEVINTAGE.jpg?v=1773235321","url":"https:\/\/cartopolo.fr\/en\/products\/carte-ancienne-durban-1953","provider":"Cartopolo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}