1960s - Vintage French Line Menu from SS Flandre Ship - Gala Dinner New Year's Eve 1961 - Versailles Art Cover - Collectible Ocean Liner

This vintage French Line menu details a sophisticated Gala Dinner held aboard the S.S. 'Flandre' on December 31, 1961. Produced by the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, known as the French Line, this piece of maritime ephemera captures the luxury and elegance of ocean liner travel during the mid-20th century. The menu features an exquisite illustration of the Palace of Versailles, reflecting the grandeur associated with French culture and history.

The front cover, signed by A. Galland, displays a picturesque view of 'Versailles - Le château au siècle de Louis XIV' (Versailles - The castle in the century of Louis XIV), evoking a sense of historical beauty. Inside, the document specifies the occasion as a 'Diner de Gala' (Gala Dinner) and lists Commandant Yves Roschon as the ship's leader, indicating a special event on board.

The elaborate culinary offerings include 'Le Médaillon de Foie Gras d'Alsace en Brioche' (Alsatian Foie Gras Medallion in Brioche), 'Le Suprême de Sole de Dieppe à l'Armoricaine' (Dieppe Sole Supreme Armoricaine style), and 'Le Dindonneau du Languedoc Rôti aux Marrons de Privas' (Languedoc Roast Turkey with Privas Chestnuts). Dessert options like 'Le Parfait Glacé Amandine' (Almond Glazed Parfait) complete this festive New Year's Eve meal.