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Original 1939 Pavilion of French Indo-China souvenir brochure from the Golden Gate International Exposition on Treasure Island, San Francisco.This colorful official exposition brochure was issued by the French Indo-China Commission for visitors to the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition.The brochure folds accordion-style into eight illustrated panels and features a striking color cover showing a traditional dancer, the French Indo-China Pavilion, and imagery of Angkor Wat.Inside are period photographs, illustrations, a map and detailed descriptions of the pavilion’s displays and the regions then collectively administered as French Indo-China, including areas corresponding today primarily to Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos.Featured imagery and subjects include:* Angkor Wat
* Angkor Thom
* Phnom Penh, Cambodia
* Cambodian pirogue races
* Tonkinese religious ceremony
* Bay of Along / Ha Long area
* Traditional arts and crafts
* Lacquerwork
* Ceramics
* Silverwork
* Silk and embroidery
* Sculpture and architectural displays
* Map of French Indo-China
* Description of the pavilion’s seven exhibit roomsThe brochure names Charles Bonfils, Jean Duplessis-Kergomard and Alfred C. Bourrin in connection with the French Indo-China exposition commission. Specialist booksellers identify this as the first edition issued specifically for the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition. The official 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition guide also lists the French Indo-China Pavilion among the exposition attractions and describes its carvings, silver, ivory and lacquer displays. Condition: Very Good vintage condition overall. Colors remain strong and the accordion-fold brochure appears complete. There is light age toning, minor handling and edge wear, and expected wear along the folds consistent with an approximately 87-year-old paper souvenir. No major tears, writing or missing panels are visible in the photographs provided. Please review all photographs carefully for exact condition.Original 1939 exposition souvenir — not a reproduction.An excellent crossover collectible for enthusiasts of Golden Gate International Exposition memorabilia, Treasure Island, San Francisco history, World’s Fairs, French Indochina, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Angkor Wat, vintage travel ephemera and pre-WWII international exposition material.
