Château de Vitré Castle France Diagram Postcard D. Soret XI-XVI Century

This captivating postcard presents a detailed diagrammatic illustration of the historic Ch\u00E2teau de Vitr\u00E9, located in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of France. The front features an overhead view of the castle, meticulously labeled to highlight key architectural elements such as the Loggias (circa 1530), the Tour de la Madeleine, Le Ch\u00E2telet with its double drawbridge gates, the 13th-century Tour de Montafilant, and the Tour Saint-Laurent, constructed in 1400. A decorative compass rose adds to the card's visual appeal, emphasizing its cartographic and informative nature.\n\nThe illustration style is rich in detail, showcasing the castle's evolution from the 11th to the 16th century, making it a valuable historical and educational piece. The reverse side confirms the subject as a \""General view of the castle (11th-16th c.)\"" and credits D. Soret, likely for the original photographic source or the illustration itself. This postcard is a wonderful collectible for enthusias.