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Discover a captivating glimpse into early 20th-century Paris with this antique stereoview card from the renowned Keystone View Company. This stereograph, numbered 1641, presents a wide aerial perspective of \"Avenue Des Champs Elysees, Paris, France,\" showcasing the iconic boulevard bustling with activity, lined by elegant buildings and mature trees. The detailed 3D image transports you back to a vibrant historical scene in one of the world\'s most famous cities.The reverse side of the card provides an extensive descriptive text for view 1641, detailing a journey from the Arch of Triumph, past the Champs Elysées, through the Tuileries Garden, and toward the Louvre, Notre Dame, and the Seine. It mentions a historical context related to the Paris Exposition of 1900 and references figures like Mme. Pompadour and Napoleon III. This stereoview is a fascinating piece of photographic history, perfect for collectors of vintage Paris imagery, French history, or early 3D photography. The card features a standard curved mount, characteristic of stereoviews from this era, and bears a clear copyright date of 1909.