Model of the SS "Normandie" in wood and metal on her berth, the hull with bright parts in red and dead parts in black, white waterline, pine decks with drawn planking lines and detailed railings, loading hatches, loading cranes, deck and deck fenders, lifeboats on davits, three chimneys in the French Lines colors, "Normandie" sign on the sports deck, two masts, flags and pennants (blue ribbon), ladders and other details. Mounted on a pair of turned brass pedestals and mahogany planking. Circa 1960 Model dimensions : H. 36.8 cm W. 121.9 cm D. 17.8 cm Display case dimensions : H. 42 cm W. 130 cm D. 125 cm The Normandie holds the Blue Ribbon. On the evening of June 4, 1935, such was the sensational news in the Paris press! Satisfaction of national self-esteem, for the whole of French opinion; profound joy for the men of the Compagnie Transatlantique, so sorely tried and vilified in recent years, who suddenly found the most brilliant reward for their obscure sacrifices and hard work; proof of the triumphant vitality of this Company and above all a pledge of a better future...