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Minor surface marks, light spotting and slight edge and corner wear are visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe reverse is unused and unposted, with no correspondence, postage stamp or cancellation. 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Additional small surface marks, age-related spotting and light edge and corner wear are visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHandwritten inscriptions are present along the lower edge of the front. Despite these signs of age and use, the photographic scene and printed caption remain clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe reverse bears handwritten addressing, the original green French 5-centime postage stamp and postal cancellation marks. 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Several postcards also feature delicate touches of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral postcards have travelled through the French postal system, retaining handwritten addresses, original postage stamps and period postmarks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these seven postcards offer a fascinating glimpse into early 20th-century French humour, employment, fashion and everyday life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bureau de Placement (Employment Agency)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Albert Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1900–1905\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Photographic postcards, with selective hand-coloured-style details on some examples\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original antique condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One set of seven postcards, exactly as pictured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Each postcard measures approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic antique postcards showing natural signs of age and previous use, including light foxing, age-related discolouration, minor edge and corner wear, and occasional surface marks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome postcards have handwritten messages or addresses, original postage stamps and postal cancellations. One postcard has visible areas of paper loss on the reverse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Piece of French Postal History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for collectors of antique postcards, French Belle Époque photography, vintage humour and historical ephemera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese original postcards can also make a beautiful addition to a personal archive, cabinet of curiosities or antique paper collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the seven original postcards shown in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default 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through five consecutive illustrated scenes, numbered 1 to 5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the centre of the story is a gentleman with a neatly groomed moustache, torn between the charms of two young women: a brunette and a blonde.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach postcard captures a different moment in his romantic dilemma, accompanied by a short humorous poem printed in red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the story unfolds, flirtation gives way to indecision, until the gentleman finds himself caught between the two women, unable to choose either one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe expressive photographic portraits are presented within elegant ornamental frames reminiscent of the Art Nouveau style, creating a wonderful example of French Belle Époque postcard design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Five 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increasingly undecided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 5 – Brune ou Blonde:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The story reaches its amusing conclusion as the three characters appear together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these five postcards form a delightful visual narrative, reflecting the romantic humour, fashions and social customs of France during the Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brune ou Blonde (Brunette or 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Some cards retain their original postage stamps and cancellations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePencil inventory markings are also visible on certain reverse sides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postcards have not been restored and retain their original antique character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Charming Piece of French Postal History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese original postcards will appeal to collectors of French Belle Époque photography, antique postcards, romantic ephemera, Art Nouveau-inspired imagery and historical paper collectibles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir playful narrative and beautifully composed portraits also make them an attractive addition to a cabinet of curiosities, personal archive or collection of antique French papers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the five original postcards numbered 1 to 5, exactly as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54280178041179,"sku":"BG-02","price":37.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/Collagevintagedecartespostalesfrancaises.png?v=1791548866"},{"product_id":"bergeret-les-4-saisons-four-seasons-postcards","title":"4 Antique French Bergeret Postcards – Les 4 Saisons – Belle Époque c. 1903","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes 4 Saisons – The Four Seasons of Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful set of four original antique French postcards published by Albert Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, in the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes 4 Saisons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (The Four Seasons), this poetic photographic series portrays Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter through four expressive female figures, each representing a different stage of human life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining elegant period photography, symbolic imagery and short poems printed in red, these postcards offer a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and sentimental world of the French Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Four Seasons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpring – Le Printemps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl surrounded by flowers and blossoms represents childhood, innocence and the promise of life. Her raised arm and floral decorations evoke the awakening of nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSummer – L'Été\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful young woman carrying golden sheaves of wheat embodies youth, beauty, love and the fullness of life. Her elaborate hat and graceful pose reflect the fashions of the early 1900s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutumn – L'Automne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA mature woman carrying baskets filled with fruit and grapes symbolises abundance, harvest and the passing of time. The accompanying poem reflects on beauty and the approaching decline of youth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter – L'Hiver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elderly woman carrying a bundle of firewood through a snowy landscape represents old age and the final season of life. The poetic caption adds a poignant reflection on mortality and the passing years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these four postcards create a complete visual narrative exploring the passage of time through the changing seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir carefully composed photographs and poetic verses make this series a particularly charming example of early 20th-century French postcard art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Les 4 Saisons (The Four Seasons)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1902–1903\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches) per postcard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique photographic postcards with printed red poetic captions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BG-03\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One set of four original postcards, exactly as photographed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal antique postcards showing visible signs of age and postal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cards present age-related discolouration, light foxing, occasional surface marks and wear to the edges and corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral postcards feature handwritten messages on the illustrated fronts, adding to their historical character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Summer postcard shows noticeable dark surface marks. The Autumn postcard has minor wear and damage near the lower edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll four postcards retain handwritten addresses, original postage stamps and period postal cancellations on the reverse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postcards have not been restored and are offered in their authentic antique condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Poetic Piece of French Postal History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn attractive collection for enthusiasts of antique French postcards, Belle Époque photography, seasonal symbolism, vintage floral imagery and historical ephemera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe four seasons also make a beautiful decorative ensemble for a vintage-inspired interior, personal archive or cabinet of curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the four original antique postcards shown in the photographs: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54281152659803,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/Collectiondesquatresaisonsfrancaises.png?v=1791550919"},{"product_id":"bergeret-les-cinq-sens-five-senses-postcards","title":"5 Antique French Bergeret Postcards – Les Cinq Sens – Five Senses Belle Époque c. 1903","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Cinq Sens – The Five Senses of the Belle Époque\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming set of five original antique French photographic postcards published by A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, in the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Cinq Sens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (The Five Senses), this delightful series features a young girl portraying the five human senses through expressive poses and carefully staged photographic scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDressed in a beautiful period costume with delicate lace details, the girl appears in five different compositions, each illustrating one of the senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste and touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs capture the innocence, playfulness and theatrical charm of French Belle Époque postcard photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach card bears its original numbered title printed in red, along with the publisher's imprint, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhototypie A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Five Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 1 – La Vue (Sight)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe young girl admires herself in an ornate handheld mirror, beautifully illustrating the sense of sight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 2 – L'Ouïe (Hearing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a lively and mischievous expression, the girl raises her hands near her ears, representing the sense of hearing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 3 – L'Odorat (Smell)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolding a bouquet of flowers, the young girl gently smells a blossom, creating a delicate and poetic composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 4 – Le Goût (Taste)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA delightful humorous portrait showing the girl enjoying a spoonful of jam from a small jar labelled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfiture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 5 – Le Toucher (Touch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the final photograph, the girl adopts a playful pose with her hands, illustrating the sense of touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these five postcards form a coherent photographic series, combining childhood portraiture, visual storytelling and the elegant aesthetics of early 20th-century French postcard publishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Les Cinq Sens (The Five Senses)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1903\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumbering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cards 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sight, Hearing, Smell, Taste and Touch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each postcard measures approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique phototypie photographic printing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BG-04\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One set of five original antique postcards, exactly as photographed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal antique postcards showing natural signs of age and previous postal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cards display age-related discolouration, scattered foxing, minor surface marks and occasional wear to the edges and corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral postcards feature handwritten inscriptions or dates on the illustrated fronts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Smell and Touch postcards retain original postage stamps applied to the illustrated sides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse sides show handwritten addresses, postal cancellations, old postage stamps, pencil markings and areas of foxing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postcards have not been restored and retain their authentic antique appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Charming Collection of French Postal History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA delightful set for collectors of antique French postcards, Belle Époque photography, childhood portraits, historical ephemera and early photographic printing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe five expressive scenes also make an attractive decorative ensemble for a personal archive, vintage-inspired interior or cabinet of curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the five original postcards numbered 1 to 5, exactly as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54282409738587,"sku":"BG-04","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/Collagevintagedescinqsens.png?v=1791554082"},{"product_id":"bergeret-liberte-egalite-fraternite-1902","title":"3 Antique French Bergeret Postcards – Liberté Égalité Fraternité – Belle Époque 1902","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiberté, Égalité, Fraternité – A Playful Belle Époque Interpretation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming set of three original antique French photographic postcards published by A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, around 1902.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the famous French Republican motto \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiberté, Égalité, Fraternité\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity), this unusual series presents three elegant and humorous scenes featuring two women dressed in elaborate Belle Époque costumes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than traditional political allegories, the photographs offer a playful and affectionate interpretation of the three Republican ideals, combining theatrical poses, period fashion and subtle visual humour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Three Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiberté – Liberty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA woman wearing a decorative uniform and cap affectionately kisses another elegantly dressed woman on the cheek. A lively and intimate composition suggesting freedom of affection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eÉgalité – Equality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo women stand beside a small balance scale holding symbolic hearts, creating a delightful allegory of equality in love and affection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFraternité – Fraternity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe two women raise their small glasses in a friendly toast, celebrating companionship, solidarity and shared happiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these three photographs form a fascinating visual interpretation of the French national motto, reflecting the inventive and sometimes mischievous spirit of Belle Époque postcard publishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir elaborate costumes, expressive gestures and carefully staged compositions make them particularly appealing examples of early 20th-century French photographic ephemera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1902\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Liberté, Égalité and Fraternité\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each postcard measures approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique phototypie photographic printing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BG-05\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One set of three original antique postcards, exactly as photographed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic antique postcards dating from the early 1900s, showing natural signs of age and postal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cards present age-related discolouration, scattered foxing, occasional surface marks and minor wear to the edges and corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll three cards retain original green French 5-centime postage stamps and postal cancellations dated October 1902.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandwritten inscriptions and dates are visible on the illustrated fronts, along with original handwritten addresses on the reverse sides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Equality postcard shows some more noticeable discolouration and surface marks near the central illustration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postcards have not been restored and retain their original antique appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Unique Glimpse into French Belle Époque Culture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese original postcards will appeal to collectors of antique French postcards, Belle Époque photography, Republican symbolism, historic costumes and unusual photographic ephemera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir playful compositions also make an attractive decorative ensemble for a personal archive, antique paper collection or cabinet of curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the three original antique postcards shown in the photographs: Liberté, Égalité and Fraternité.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54283691229531,"sku":"BG-05","price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/001-Triptyque_de_cartes_postales_anciennes_1_-bordure.jpg?v=1791561783"},{"product_id":"bergeret-le-petit-trottin-4-postcards","title":"4 Antique Bergeret Postcards – Le Petit Trottin – Belle Époque French Fashion, c. 1903","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Petit Trottin – A Young Fashion Messenger in Belle Époque France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming set of four original antique French postcards published by A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, during the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Petit Trottin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this delightful photographic series follows the everyday adventures of a young fashion messenger in Belle Époque France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe term \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003etrottin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e traditionally referred to a young girl employed by a milliner or fashion establishment, often responsible for delivering hats, accessories and other purchases to customers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDressed in a charming period outfit with a straw hat, lace collar, blue ribbons, dark jacket and ankle boots, the young messenger carries a round hatbox marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough four carefully staged scenes, we follow her as she makes her deliveries, walks through the rain, enjoys a little snack and pauses to admire a shop display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs are delicately colour-tinted, with soft blue details, warm brown accessories and short verses printed in red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA delightful glimpse into French fashion, childhood, popular humour and everyday life at the beginning of the 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Four Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 1 – Le Petit Trottin: Off to Work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarrying her round fashion box and umbrella, the young messenger walks confidently along while reading a letter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 2 – Le Petit Trottin: A Rainy Day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUndeterred by the rain, she continues her journey beneath a large umbrella, her colourful blue ribbons brightening the scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 3 – Le Petit Trottin: A Little Treat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe young girl pauses to enjoy her favourite snack: a small paper cone of French fries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 4 – Le Petit Trottin: The Shop Window\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFascinated by an attractive display of postcards, she stops to admire the illustrations in a shop window.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these four scenes form a delightful visual narrative, capturing the charm and playful spirit of French Belle Époque postcard publishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Le Petit Trottin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1903\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumbering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cards 1, 2, 3 and 4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries completeness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Partial series; later numbers are not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches) per postcard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique photographic postcards with colour-tinted details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BG-06\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One set of four original postcards, exactly as photographed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal antique postcards showing natural signs of age and handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cards present gentle age-related discolouration, scattered foxing, occasional small surface marks and minor wear to the edges and corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe delicate colour-tinted details remain visible, particularly the blue ribbons, patterned dress, straw hat and brown fashion box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse sides of these four postcards are unused, with printed address lines and natural signs of ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postcards have not been restored and retain their authentic antique appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Charming Piece of French Fashion History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn attractive collection for enthusiasts of antique French postcards, Belle Époque fashion, early photographic printing, vintage childhood portraits, historical occupations and French ephemera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe four scenes also make a lovely decorative ensemble for a personal archive, vintage-inspired interior or cabinet of curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the four original antique postcards numbered 1 to 4, exactly as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54288428007771,"sku":"BG-06","price":24.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/QuatrecartesvintageduPetitTrottin-Copie.png?v=1791611602"},{"product_id":"bergeret-le-bonnet-de-grand-mere-5-postcards","title":"5 Antique French Bergeret Postcards – Le Bonnet de Grand'Mère – Girl \u0026 Dog, c. 1904","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Bonnet de Grand'Mère – A Charming Belle Époque Story of a Little Girl and Her Dog\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA delightful set of five original antique French photographic postcards published by A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, in the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Bonnet de Grand'Mère\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Grandmother's Bonnet), this charming series tells a playful story featuring a little girl and her patient dog, Médor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough five consecutive photographic scenes, the young girl decides to play a game in which she becomes the baby and her faithful companion takes on the role of grandmother.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeated on a small wooden chair, Médor is gradually dressed in a grandmother's bonnet, wrapped in a warm white shawl and eventually given a pair of spectacles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe expressive photographs capture the affection between the child and her dog, combining gentle humour, imaginative childhood play and the theatrical charm of Belle Époque photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach postcard bears its original numbered title and humorous French caption printed in red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Five Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 1 – Le Bonnet de Grand'Mère: Let's Play Grandmother\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe little girl introduces Médor to her imaginative game, inviting him to become grandmother while she plays the baby. The dog sits patiently on a small wooden chair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 2 – Le Bonnet de Grand'Mère: Grandmother's Bonnet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe young girl carefully places a traditional bonnet on Médor's head, transforming her faithful companion into an amusing elderly character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 3 – Le Bonnet de Grand'Mère: A Warm White Shawl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMédor is wrapped in a large white shawl and dressed for Sunday, looking increasingly like a little grandmother.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 4 – Le Bonnet de Grand'Mère: A Reading Lesson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe little girl opens a book in front of Médor and playfully questions his intelligence, wondering whether he has ever attended school.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 5 – Le Bonnet de Grand'Mère: Grandmother's Spectacles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe story reaches its amusing conclusion as Médor, now wearing a bonnet, shawl and spectacles, resembles a real grandmother.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these five postcards form a delightful visual narrative celebrating childhood imagination, affection for animals and the playful spirit of early 20th-century French postcard publishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Le Bonnet de Grand'Mère (Grandmother's Bonnet)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1904 or earlier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumbering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cards 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Little girl, dog, childhood games and humorous scenes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches) per postcard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique phototypie photographic printing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BG-07\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One set of five original antique postcards, exactly as photographed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic antique postcards showing natural signs of age and previous postal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cards present age-related discolouration, scattered foxing, minor surface marks and occasional wear to the edges and corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral postcards feature original handwritten 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History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis charming set will appeal to collectors of antique French postcards, Belle Époque photography, vintage childhood portraits, antique dog postcards and historical photographic ephemera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe five scenes also make a delightful decorative ensemble for a personal archive, vintage-inspired interior, antique paper collection or cabinet of curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the five original antique postcards numbered 1 to 5, exactly as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default 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Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, during the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetites Bonnes Sœurs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Little Sisters of Charity), this remarkable series features children dressed in religious and military-inspired costumes, performing theatrical scenes that combine innocence, religious symbolism and subtle satire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs reflect the taste for staged humorous postcards during the French Belle Époque, when publishers frequently explored contemporary social customs, political debates and religious themes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe imagery may also be understood in the context of the tensions surrounding religious congregations in France during the early years of the Third Republic's secularisation policies, particularly at the beginning of the 1900s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach postcard bears the original series title \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetites Bonnes Sœurs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, accompanied by an individual French caption printed in red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Five Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Expulsée – La foi adoucit l'infortune (Expelled – Faith Softens Misfortune)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl dressed as a nun looks upwards with a solemn expression. Holding a rosary and carrying a small bundle of belongings, she appears to have been expelled from her religious home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn evocative composition that may allude to the expulsion of religious congregations in early 20th-century France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. La Protection (Protection)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl dressed as a nun stands protectively beside a kneeling boy wearing a military-style uniform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe raises a crucifix, creating a dramatic and theatrical scene combining religious devotion and protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Le Converti (The Convert)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA boy kneels with his hands clasped in prayer before a young girl dressed as a nun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolding a crucifix, she raises her other hand in a commanding gesture, creating a striking image of religious conversion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Fervente Prière (Fervent Prayer)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl in a traditional nun's costume stands in a solemn prayerful pose, holding a crucifix near a wooden chair draped with fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA carefully arranged studio photograph evoking religious contemplation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. La plus belle mort (The Most Beautiful Death)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young boy dressed in a military-style costume lies on the ground while the little nun stands beside him with her hands joined in prayer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis dramatic staged composition combines childhood theatre, religious imagery and a poignant, possibly satirical interpretation of sacrifice and devotion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese photographs belong to the tradition of humorous and theatrical French postcards published around the turn of the 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe series is particularly interesting for its use of religious symbolism, children's costumes and photographic storytelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe title \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpulsée\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may refer to the political and religious tensions that affected Catholic congregations in France during the early 1900s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond their decorative charm, the five postcards offer an unusual glimpse into the social attitudes, visual culture and satirical photography of Belle Époque France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Petites Bonnes Sœurs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. 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Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, during the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis charming photographic series illustrates the three theological virtues: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith (La Foi), Hope (L'Espérance) and Charity (La Charité)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough carefully staged portraits of young girls, the photographs transform these traditional Christian virtues into delicate allegorical scenes, combining childhood innocence, symbolic objects and the refined aesthetics of the French Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach postcard bears its original numbered French title printed in red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three cards form a particularly harmonious thematic ensemble, offering a fascinating example of allegorical photography and the visual culture of early 20th-century France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Three Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. I – La Foi (Faith)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl dressed in a light-coloured gown rests her clasped hands beneath her chin, gazing thoughtfully upwards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer contemplative expression and prayerful gesture evoke faith, trust and spiritual devotion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photograph is beautifully composed, with delicate lace fabrics and soft studio lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe illustrated front also retains an original handwritten greeting and signature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. II – L'Espérance (Hope)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl sits at an elegant writing desk, carefully writing on a sheet of paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA small globe, books, an inkwell and other writing accessories complete the composition, while a symbolic image of books appears above her.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe scene evokes education, knowledge, ambition and hope for the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA particularly attractive postcard for collectors of antique writing accessories, historical stationery and Belle Époque photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe illustrated front retains an extensive handwritten message.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. III – La Charité (Charity)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl wearing an elegant dress and hat offers a coin to an outstretched hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis simple yet expressive gesture represents generosity, compassion and the act of giving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photograph captures the virtue of charity through a carefully arranged studio composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original postcard retains handwritten correspondence across part of the illustrated front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Three Theological Virtues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith, Hope and Charity occupy an important place in Christian symbolism and European artistic traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently represented in paintings, sculptures and religious illustrations, these three virtues were also explored through photography and printed imagery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this Bergeret series, the traditional allegorical subjects are interpreted through graceful portraits of children, reflecting the artistic tastes and sentimental imagery of the Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surviving postcards are numbered I, II and III and illustrate all three theological virtues, suggesting a complete thematic set, although the original publisher's series composition has not been independently confirmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, they form a beautiful collection for admirers of antique French photography, religious symbolism, historical ephemera and early postcard publishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Three Theological Virtues – Faith, Hope \u0026amp; Charity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal titles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e La Foi, L'Espérance, La Charité\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. 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Their distant expressions evoke the coldness of winter and the absence of romantic warmth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 2 – Le Thermomètre du Ménage: Zero Degrees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe thermometer begins to rise. A fashionable couple exchanges shy glances in a snowy setting, suggesting the first awakening of romantic interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 3 – Le Thermomètre du Ménage: Ten Degrees Above Zero\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe atmosphere grows warmer as a smiling gentleman and an elegantly dressed lady exchange playful glances. Their expressions reveal the beginning of mutual affection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 4 – Le Thermomètre du Ménage: Twenty-Five Degrees and More\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the temperature rises to twenty-five degrees, the couple grows closer. Surrounded by flowers and greenery, their affectionate gestures suggest that romance is blossoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. 5 – Le Thermomètre du Ménage: Thirty-Five Degrees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe romantic story reaches its humorous conclusion as the thermometer rises to thirty-five degrees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a charming garden setting decorated with flowers, a smiling gentleman wearing a broad-brimmed hat stands beside an elegantly dressed young woman reclining against a rustic wooden fence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe accompanying French verse playfully celebrates the irresistible warmth of passion and the excitement of love.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these five postcards form a delightful visual narrative reflecting the playful humour, romantic customs and theatrical photography of Belle Époque France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fifth postcard completes the delightful progression from winter coldness to romantic warmth, making the five cards a particularly attractive thematic collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Fascinating Postal History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond their charming illustrations, these postcards preserve a remarkable record of early 20th-century correspondence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse sides feature original green \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeutsches Reich postage stamps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, period postal cancellations and handwritten addresses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral cards were sent to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMademoiselle Melina Alexandre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with postal markings from Metz and Falkenberg dating to 1904.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt that time, Metz belonged to the German Empire, making these postcards particularly interesting examples of the postal history of Alsace-Lorraine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral illustrated fronts also retain extensive handwritten correspondence in elegant period handwriting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese authentic details offer a fascinating glimpse into personal communication and everyday life during the Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Le Thermomètre du Ménage (The Household Thermometer)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. 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Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, in the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Train de Plaisir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (The Pleasure Train), this delightful series tells a humorous story about a couple setting off on a pleasure trip, encountering unexpected adventures and finally returning home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough ten carefully staged photographic scenes, the postcards capture the fashion, travel customs, social humour and theatrical spirit of the French Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe compositions combine photographic portraits with illustrated railway settings and witty captions printed in red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ten Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Travel Preparations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA couple sits together at a table, discussing their plans for an enjoyable journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Leaving for the Station\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe travellers hurry towards the railway station, carrying their luggage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Beware of Pickpockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA humorous scene illustrates the dangers of theft at a busy railway station.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. The Train Is Leaving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA traveller attempts to board the train after departure, creating a comical situation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. The Waiting Room\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe couple waits among their luggage, discovering that travelling is not always comfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6. No Rooms Available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe travellers arrive at a hotel, only to discover the inconvenience of finding it fully booked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7. Don't Forget the Porter!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA hotel porter attends to the travellers and their luggage before departure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8. The Forgotten Keys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe couple discovers that their house keys have been left behind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9. A Helping Hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA helpful stranger comes to their rescue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10. Home at Last!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe journey ends with the couple finally returning home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these ten original postcards form a complete visual narrative filled with gentle humour and the charm of early French photographic storytelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Le Train de Plaisir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. 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group captures the atmosphere of the French countryside through photographs of agricultural workers, rural landscapes, harvesting and everyday country life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postcards depict men and women working in the fields, carrying traditional agricultural tools, gathering crops and tending animals. 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Gathering Crops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rural woman bends down in a field beside a wicker basket, capturing a moment of everyday agricultural life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. A Countryside Romance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo young agricultural workers share a cheerful and affectionate moment among the crops, with a traditional scythe prominently featured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. The Rural Encampment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA group of travellers gathers around a tent beside a horse-drawn covered wagon, offering an interesting glimpse of itinerant life in the French countryside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Agricultural Workers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lively composition showing three rural workers with agricultural tools and harvested grain, reflecting the working traditions of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6. The Shepherdess\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA woman stands in a pasture holding a long staff while watching a flock of sheep, an evocative portrait of traditional pastoral life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these six postcards present a varied visual record of the French countryside, its occupations and its inhabitants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical and Postal Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished during the early 20th century, these original postcards are valuable examples of French photographic ephemera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral retain original French postage stamps, period postal cancellations, handwritten addresses and personal correspondence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handwritten messages add further 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Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, in the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Voyelles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (The Vowels), this enchanting series illustrates the six French vowels: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA, E, I, O, U and Y\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach postcard features a young child posing beside a large letter beautifully decorated with flowers, accompanied by an imaginative word beginning with the corresponding vowel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining childhood portraits, floral arrangements, educational themes and the delicate aesthetics of Belle Époque photography, these postcards offer a fascinating glimpse into early 20th-century French popular culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original red typography identifies each vowel, while the photographic compositions give the series its distinctive charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Six Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA – Âne (Donkey)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA young girl wearing a playful donkey-ear bonnet stands beside an elaborate floral letter A, carrying a schoolbag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eE – Écolière (Schoolgirl)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA smiling little girl wearing a decorative hat and carrying a schoolbag poses beside a large flower-covered letter E.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI – Images (Pictures)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl examines a small picture or booklet beside a beautifully decorated floral letter I. Illustrated prints and children's reading material complete the composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eO – Oiseau (Bird)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA little girl leans through a large floral letter O, surrounded by decorative birds, creating a particularly charming photographic scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU – Uniforme (Uniform)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA smiling child dressed in a military-style uniform, complete with a decorative helmet and sword, poses beside a large floral letter U.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eY – The Final Vowel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl stands beside a flower-covered letter Y, holding a small booklet and appearing thoughtful. The printed French caption humorously questions which Greek word could suitably illustrate the letter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these six postcards form a beautiful and coherent alphabet-themed collection, capturing the playful imagination and artistic creativity of French Belle Époque postcard publishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical and Postal Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese original postcards are also fascinating examples of French photographic and postal history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral retain their original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench postage stamps, postal cancellations and handwritten messages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cards were mailed during the early 20th century, with some postmarked around 1903–1905.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral were addressed to Mademoiselle Suzanne Hénault in Orléans, France, adding an interesting connection to the history of personal correspondence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe elegant violet handwritten inscriptions on the illustrated fronts provide additional decorative and historical character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Les Voyelles (The Vowels)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1903–1905\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLetters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A, E, I, O, U and 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Pitou – Belle Époque Humour c. 1905","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Cinq Sens de Pitou – A Humorous Belle Époque Story of Love and the Five Senses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming complete set of five original antique French photographic postcards published by A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, during the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Cinq Sens de Pitou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Pitou's Five Senses), this delightful series humorously explores the five human senses through a sequence of theatrical romantic scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach photograph features a moustached gentleman dressed in a military-style uniform and a young woman wearing a delicate light-coloured dress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe staged compositions combine playful expressions, affectionate gestures and gentle romantic humour, capturing the theatrical spirit and popular entertainment of France during the Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe five postcards form a coherent photographic narrative, each illustrating one of the traditional senses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Five Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. L'Ouïe – Hearing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young woman leans towards the seated soldier and whispers into his ear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gentleman listens with an amused expression, illustrating the sense of hearing through a playful moment of intimacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. L'Odorat – Smell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gentleman leans towards the young woman's bouquet, apparently enjoying the fragrance of the flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA humorous and romantic representation of the sense of smell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Le Goût – Taste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe seated soldier raises a small glass to his lips while the smiling young woman stands beside him.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bottle and drinking glasses complete this charming composition dedicated to the sense of taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Le Toucher – Touch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gentleman affectionately places his hands around the young woman's waist while she holds a tray with a bottle and glasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photograph illustrates the sense of touch through a gently flirtatious scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. La Vue – Sight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe young woman poses beside a small table while the soldier stands closely behind her, admiring her appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe composition humorously evokes the sense of sight and romantic attraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these five scenes form an entertaining visual interpretation of human sensation, affection and courtship in early 20th-century France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie of Nancy was a prominent French postcard publisher during the golden age of illustrated postcards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe company produced numerous photographic series featuring children, occupations, romantic situations, social humour and carefully staged theatrical scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Cinq Sens de Pitou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e belongs to this tradition of humorous photographic storytelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe series is particularly interesting for its representations of Belle Époque fashion, military-inspired dress, romantic conventions and early photographic entertainment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike conventional scenic postcards, these compositions use photography to tell a playful story through a sequence of images.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe five original postcards have been preserved together, offering an attractive thematic collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Les Cinq Sens de Pitou (Pitou's Five Senses)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1900–1910\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hearing, Smell, Taste, Touch and Sight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal French titles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e L'Ouïe, L'Odorat, Le Goût, Le Toucher, La Vue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches) per postcard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique photographic postcard printing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePostal history:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unused, with blank address sides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BG-14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One complete set of five original antique postcards, exactly as photographed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic antique French postcards showing natural signs of age and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cards display varying degrees of age-related discolouration, light foxing, occasional surface marks and minor wear to the edges and corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographic images remain clearly visible, preserving the expressions, costumes and decorative details of each scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse sides are unused, retaining their original printed address lines without handwritten correspondence or postal cancellations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postcards have not been restored and retain their authentic antique appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Charming Piece of French Photographic History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis delightful collection will appeal to enthusiasts of antique French postcards, Belle Époque photography, historical humour, romantic imagery, vintage military-themed portraits and early photographic storytelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe five scenes also make an attractive decorative ensemble for a personal archive, antique writing desk, vintage-inspired interior or cabinet of curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the five original antique postcards representing all five senses, exactly as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54360658379099,"sku":"BG-14","price":37.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/Collectiondecartespostalesanciennes.png?v=1791999314"},{"product_id":"bergeret-le-premier-rendez-vous-3-postcards","title":"3 Antique French Bergeret Postcards – Le Premier Rendez-vous – Romance c. 1905","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Premier Rendez-vous – A Charming Belle Époque Love Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA delightful set of three original antique French photographic postcards published by A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, during the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntitled \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Premier Rendez-vous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (The First Date), this charming numbered series tells a humorous romantic story through three carefully staged photographic scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fashionable young gentleman, dressed in an elegant Edwardian suit and straw boater hat, eagerly awaits his first meeting with a young lady.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis anticipation, impatience and eventual encounter form a delightful visual narrative, capturing the light-hearted spirit of French Belle Époque romantic humour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach postcard bears its original French caption printed in red, while handwritten correspondence and period postal markings add a wonderful historical dimension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Three Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Le Premier Rendez-vous – Is Three O'Clock Correct?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young gentleman stands elegantly with his walking cane, apparently waiting for an eagerly anticipated romantic meeting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original French caption reads:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC'est bien pour 3 heures ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandwritten correspondence covers part of the illustrated front, adding an authentic personal touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Le Premier Rendez-vous – What a Delay!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe young man consults his pocket watch, visibly concerned about the passing time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original caption reads:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 heures 1\/2 ! Sapristi, quel retard !\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming humorous illustration of romantic impatience, enhanced by handwritten correspondence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Le Premier Rendez-vous – At Last, She Arrives!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe long-awaited meeting finally takes place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gentleman welcomes an elegantly dressed young woman, completing the playful romantic sequence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original caption reads:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAh ! la voici ! Allons à sa rencontre.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particularly attractive postcard also preserves original French postage stamps and postal cancellations on the illustrated front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these three postcards create a charming visual story celebrating courtship, anticipation and everyday humour in Belle Époque France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical and Postal Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie of Nancy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, these antique photographic postcards are characteristic of the theatrical, humorous and romantic compositions popular in early 20th-century France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll three postcards have circulated through the French postal system and retain authentic traces of their postal history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey feature handwritten correspondence, original postage stamps and cancellations dating from 1905.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe illustrations and handwritten messages offer a fascinating glimpse into French social customs, personal relationships and correspondence during the Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Le Premier Rendez-vous (The First Date)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1905\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumbering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cards 1, 2 and 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches) each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique photographic postcard printing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Romance, courtship, humour, Belle Époque fashion, Edwardian gentleman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePostal history:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Postally used, with original correspondence, stamps and 1905 cancellations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BG-15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One set of three original antique postcards, exactly as photographed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic antique French postcards showing natural signs of age and previous postal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cards display age-related discolouration, scattered foxing, occasional surface marks and minor wear to the edges and corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandwritten correspondence appears on the illustrated fronts of the first two postcards, while the third retains particularly decorative postal markings and stamps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse sides preserve original correspondence, addresses and postal cancellations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postcards have not been restored and retain their authentic antique character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Charming Collection of French Romantic History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese three original postcards will appeal to collectors of antique French postcards, Belle Époque photography, vintage romance, historical correspondence and early photographic storytelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir theatrical compositions and delicate period humour also make them an attractive decorative ensemble for a vintage-inspired interior, antique writing desk, personal archive or cabinet of curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the three original antique postcards numbered 1 to 3, exactly as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54363217559899,"sku":"BG-15","price":28.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/img200-composition-3-documents_edited.jpg?v=1792038504"},{"product_id":"bergeret-faith-hope-charity-3-colorized-postcards","title":"3 Antique Bergeret Postcards – Faith Hope \u0026 Charity – Colorized c. 1905","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith, Hope \u0026amp; Charity – Three Beautiful Colorized Belle Époque Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming set of three original antique French colorized photographic postcards published by A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, during the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis delightful series illustrates the three theological virtues: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith (La Foi), Hope (L’Espérance) and Charity (La Charité)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach postcard features an elegantly staged portrait of a young girl, enhanced with delicate hand-applied-looking colors, decorative floral details and symbolic objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe soft blue, pink, green and yellow tones bring a particularly appealing artistic dimension to these charming Belle Époque photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, the three postcards form a harmonious collection combining childhood portraiture, religious symbolism and early French photographic art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Three Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. L’Espérance – Hope\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl sits at an elegant writing desk, carefully writing on a sheet of paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA small globe, books and an inkwell complete the composition, while additional books appear symbolically above her in the clouds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe scene evokes learning, knowledge, education and hope for the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelicate blue and pink tones, together with colorful floral fabrics, enhance the romantic atmosphere of this charming photograph.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. La Foi – Faith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl with long flowing hair rests her clasped hands beneath her chin, gazing thoughtfully upwards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer contemplative expression and prayerful gesture symbolize faith, trust and spiritual devotion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer pale blue dress and the colorful floral textiles create a particularly delicate Belle Époque composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. La Charité – Charity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young girl wearing a decorative hat, a pale blue patterned dress and a small shoulder bag offers a coin to an outstretched hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis simple yet expressive gesture symbolizes generosity, compassion and the act of giving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe carefully arranged studio photograph beautifully illustrates the traditional Christian virtue of charity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith, Hope and Charity have occupied an important place in Christian symbolism and European artistic traditions for centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently represented in religious paintings, sculptures and allegorical illustrations, these three virtues also inspired photographic postcard publishers during the Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie of Nancy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was a well-known French publisher of photographic postcards during the golden age of postcard collecting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis colorized series reflects the period's interest in symbolic photography, carefully staged studio scenes and sentimental imagery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three postcards also offer an attractive example of early photographic colorization, combining monochrome portraits with delicately applied colors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Faith, Hope \u0026amp; Charity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal French titles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e La Foi, L’Espérance, La Charité\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie, Nancy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1900–1910\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 original antique postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches) each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Technique: Antique phototype postcards with period color printing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePostal history:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unused, with blank address and correspondence sections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BG-16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold 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history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis charming Belle Époque postcard combines beautiful period decoration, raised gold embossing, elegant handwritten correspondence and a fascinating historical subject.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike ordinary printed postcards, the illustration of the tiara features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eraised, gold-coloured embossed design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving the ancient-looking crown a distinctive decorative texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe postcard was sent to Mademoiselle Marguerite Rey in Paris and retains its original French postage stamp and postal cancellation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Extraordinary History of the Tiara of Saitaphernes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1896, the Louvre Museum in Paris purchased what was believed to be an extraordinary ancient gold tiara belonging to the Scythian king Saitaphernes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe museum paid the remarkable sum of 200,000 French francs for this supposed archaeological treasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, doubts soon emerged concerning the authenticity of the object.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1903, the truth was finally established: the celebrated tiara was not an ancient masterpiece but a modern creation made by the talented goldsmith Israel Rouchomovsky in Odessa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe revelation caused an enormous scandal in France and became a favourite subject of newspapers, caricatures and humorous postcards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original postcard was written in June 1903, at 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SAÏTAPHARNÈS”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe remaining space is occupied by beautiful handwritten correspondence, dated June 7, 1903.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse preserves an elegant handwritten address to Mademoiselle Marguerite Rey in Paris, together with a French 10-centime postage stamp and postal cancellation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tiara of Saitaphernes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original antique embossed postcard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e June 7, 1903 (handwritten date)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e French Belle Époque, early 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Printed postcard with raised gold-coloured embossing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique cream paper with gold decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePostal history:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Postally used, with original stamp and cancellation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrespondence:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original handwritten French message and address\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 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Bergeret \u0026amp; Cie in Nancy, France, during the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese remarkable postcards illustrate one of the most extraordinary archaeological scandals of the Belle Époque: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe famous Tiara of Saitaphernes affair, exposed in 1903.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining theatrical humour, staged photography, witty verses and original handwritten correspondence, the cards capture the fascination and amusement caused by this extraordinary story.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn unusual collection for enthusiasts of French history, antique postcards, museum memorabilia and historical curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Extraordinary Story of the Tiara of Saitaphernes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1896, the Louvre Museum in Paris acquired an elaborate gold tiara believed to be an ancient Scythian treasure associated with King Saitaphernes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe museum paid the remarkable sum of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200,000 French francs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for the supposed archaeological masterpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, doubts concerning its authenticity soon emerged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1903, the truth became public: the magnificent tiara was not an ancient treasure, but a modern creation made by the talented goldsmith Israel Rouchomovsky in Odessa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe revelation caused an enormous scandal in France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNewspapers, satirical publications and postcard publishers quickly transformed the affair into a popular subject of humour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese four original postcards are charming surviving examples of that remarkable moment in French cultural history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Four Postcards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Le Lapin – The Rabbit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn amusing photographic composition featuring a smiling gentleman in formal Belle Époque clothing, riding an oversized theatrical rabbit while holding up the famous tiara.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA humorous French verse printed in red refers directly to the scandal and its extraordinary popularity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Les Petits Cadeaux entretiennent l'Amitié – Little Gifts Preserve Friendship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA young woman wearing an elaborate headscarf presents the famous tiara on a decorative cushion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe printed French verse jokes about the tiara being a false object, making a playful reference to the archaeological forgery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elegant photographic composition combining period costume, theatrical staging and historical satire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Oh ! la Tiare ! – The Tiara\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA humorous scene featuring a gentleman examining the famous tiara displayed inside a showcase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis exaggerated expression and the accompanying satirical verse capture the public fascination with the scandal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe illustrated front also preserves original handwritten correspondence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Oh ! la Tiare ! – The Examination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo formally dressed gentlemen examine the tiara displayed inside a glass showcase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne studies the object with a magnifying glass while the other appears deeply puzzled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe humorous verse questions the authenticity of the tiara, creating a charming visual commentary on the famous Louvre affair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical and Postal Interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese original French postcards are particularly interesting because they document how a major museum scandal became part of popular culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe collection includes both photographic humour and historical postal material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral cards retain original handwritten messages, while some preserve their original French postage stamps and postal cancellations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe correspondence, inscriptions and postal markings add an authentic personal dimension to these historical objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cards also provide a fascinating glimpse into the fashion, humour, social conventions and photographic techniques of the French Belle Époque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tiara of Saitaphernes, Louvre archaeological forgery scandal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. 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A handwritten dedication remains visible across the lower part of the design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse retains a support for standing display, adding to the charm of this decorative greeting card.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA lovely piece for a collection of antique greetings, floral ephemera or nautical curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Original antique New Year greeting card\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Die-cut sailing boat shape with openwork details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Raised decoration with soft-textured pink roses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Cream-coloured sails, green foliage and gold-toned accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Printed French greeting: “Bonne Année”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Handwritten dedication on the front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• No postal address layout on the reverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Dimensions: approximately 14 × 12 cm\u003cbr\u003e• Functional rear display support, allowing the card to stand upright\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge-related yellowing, scattered spots, surface rubbing and wear along the delicate cut edges. The floral decoration shows some discolouration and wear. The handwritten dedication is faded in places.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear display support is functional, with a darkened fastening point. The narrow projecting parts should be handled with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine the photographs for details. You will receive the exact item shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe styled image is a decorative presentation suggestion. Accessories are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54406694535515,"sku":"EEP-0009","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/001-img241-bordure.jpg?v=1792316701"},{"product_id":"antique-moving-parasol-postcard-fabric-roses","title":"Antique Moving Parasol Postcard with Fabric Roses on Pink Textile","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn antique decorative postcard featuring a movable parasol above richly coloured fabric roses, set against a soft pink textile background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cream-coloured parasol is made of overlapping panels that spread out around a top pivot, as shown in the photographs. Floral motifs, gold-toned outlines, silver-toned details and small ribbon accents decorate its surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelow, pink and deep red roses surround the curved parasol handle, accompanied by green foliage and a pale bow. The combination of moving parts, raised decoration and soft textile textures makes this a delightful piece to explore and display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Original antique postcard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Movable parasol with overlapping pivoting panels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Cream-coloured decoration with gold- and silver-toned accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Pink and deep red fabric roses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Soft, fibrous pink textile background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Silver-toned border\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Card base: approximately 9 × 14 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Open parasol extends beyond the sides of the card\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Multilingual postcard headings and faint pencil writing on the reverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• No postage stamp or postmark visible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge-related wear, including rubbing to the border and raised decoration, small surface losses and wear at the corners. The textile background has loose fibres and scattered marks, including a brown spot near the upper left corner. The fabric flowers show some wear and discolouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse has age toning, scattered spotting and faint pencil writing. The parasol is shown in two positions in the photographs; its delicate panels should be handled gently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs for details. Sold unframed. You will receive the exact postcard shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe framed image is a decorative presentation suggestion. The frame and accessories are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54406752108891,"sku":"EEP-0010","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/001-img243-bordure.jpg?v=1792318111"},{"product_id":"antique-moving-windmill-postcard-blue-flowers","title":"Antique Moving Windmill Postcard with Blue Flowers on Pink Textile","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn antique decorative postcard featuring a cream-coloured windmill with movable sails, surrounded by blue flowers against a soft pink textile background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe four gold-accented sails pivot around a central fastening and can be spread out or brought together, as shown in the photographs. When extended, they project beyond the postcard’s edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaised floral details combine with soft-textured blue fabric flowers, green foliage and a silver-toned border. The windmill’s small balcony, doorway and window add delicate architectural detail to the scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming piece for a collection of mechanical postcards, floral ephemera or windmill-themed treasures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Original antique postcard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Windmill in relief with four movable sails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Cream-coloured decoration with gold-toned accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Blue flowers combining raised and soft textile details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Soft, fibrous pink textile background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Silver-toned border\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Card base: approximately 9 × 14 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Extended sails project beyond the card’s edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Multilingual postcard headings and faint pencil writing on the reverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• No postage stamp or postmark visible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge-related wear, including rubbing to the raised decoration and metallic finishes, small surface losses and wear along the edges. The textile background has loose fibres, and the blue fabric flowers show some discolouration and wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe central fastening is darkened. The sails are shown in two arrangements in the photographs and should be handled gently, particularly around their narrow openwork sections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse shows age toning, scattered spots and faint pencil writing. Please examine all photographs for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold unframed. You will receive the exact postcard shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe framed image is a decorative presentation suggestion. The frame and accessories are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Escritorie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54406850543963,"sku":"EEP-0011","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/7935\/3435\/files\/001-img247-bordure.jpg?v=1792320388"},{"product_id":"antique-pop-up-postcard-pink-roses-parasol","title":"Antique Pop-Up Postcard with Pink Fabric Roses and Cream Parasol","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn antique pop-up postcard featuring four pink fabric roses arranged above an upturned cream-coloured parasol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decorative panel lifts away from the postcard base to form a standing display, as shown in the photographs. Green foliage, pink bows and gold-toned accents complete the composition, while the parasol features delicate raised patterns and a curved handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA soft, fibrous textile background over pale blue fabric adds another layer of texture, framed by a silver-toned border.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming piece for a collection of mechanical postcards, floral ephemera or antique paper curiosities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Original antique pop-up postcard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fold-out decoration shown standing upright in the photographs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Upturned cream-coloured parasol with raised ornamental details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Four pink roses with soft textile surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Green foliage, pink bows and gold-toned accents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Soft, fibrous background over pale blue textile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Silver-toned border\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Card base: approximately 9 × 14 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Multilingual postal headings on the reverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Printed marking: “D. 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Handle the folding elements and delicate cut-out details gently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine all photographs for a closer view of the condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold without display accessories. 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Another bather appears in the background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree red Belgian 10-centime stamps, cancelled in Ostend in 1920, add a striking splash of colour to the front. The reverse retains a handwritten message in blue ink, “Un bonjour d’Ostende”, addressed to Châlons-sur-Marne, France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming addition to a postcard collection devoted to seaside holidays, bathing fashions or the Belgian coast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• One original vintage postcard, not a reproduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Caption: “76 Amitiés d’Ostende”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Publisher imprint: Édition Imprimerie de la Cour, Ostende\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Postally used, with 1920 postmarks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Three red Belgian stamps on the illustrated side\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Handwritten French correspondence and address on the reverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Dimensions: 9 × 14 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge-related yellowing, scattered marks and light wear to the edges and corners. 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