Issued in 1956, this French stamp from the Régions de France series highlights the Bordeaux region, renowned for its vineyards and industry. Designed by Pierre Gandon and engraved by Pheulpin, the red-ink engraving captures a panoramic view of Bordeaux along the Garonne River, featuring the city’s quays, cathedral spires, and a symbolic oil derrick representing industrial progress. The design blends urban and rural energy, paying homage to the dynamic economy of the Bordelais region. A fine example of mid-20th-century French regional art and engraving craftsmanship.