Mahkama of Casablanca - 18 franc
The Mahkama of Casablanca (Mahkamat al-Pasha / محكمة الباشا) is an administrative and judicial complex located in the Habous quarter (New Medina) of Casablanca. Built between 1948 and 1952, it was designed in the traditional Hispano-Moorish architectural style, featuring intricate stuccowork, zellij tilework, cedarwood carvings, and imposing stone towers that house the court of justice and reception halls of the Pasha.
Issued in 1955 as part of the definitive architecture and landscapes series (MAROC / المغرب), this 18-franc postage stamp (POSTES / MAHAKMA de CASABLANCA) depicts the fortified exterior of the complex with its octagonal main tower and arched balcony. Designed by A. Cadet and engraved by Dufresne, the monochrome vignette highlights the neo-Moorish civic architecture of mid-century Casablanca.
Issued in 1955 as part of the definitive architecture and landscapes series (MAROC / المغرب), this 18-franc postage stamp (POSTES / MAHAKMA de CASABLANCA) depicts the fortified exterior of the complex with its octagonal main tower and arched balcony. Designed by A. Cadet and engraved by Dufresne, the monochrome vignette highlights the neo-Moorish civic architecture of mid-century Casablanca.