Complete set of 10 antique French Bergeret postcards, Le Train de Plaisir, humorous Belle Époque railway travel series circa 1903.

10 Antique French Bergeret Postcards – Le Train de Plaisir – Belle Époque c. 1903

€62,00
Skip to product information
Complete set of 10 antique French Bergeret postcards, Le Train de Plaisir, humorous Belle Époque railway travel series circa 1903.
  • Complete set of 10 antique French Bergeret postcards, Le Train de Plaisir, humorous Belle Époque railway travel series circa 1903.
  • Antique French Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 1, Belle Époque couple planning a pleasure train journey at home.
  • Reverse of antique Bergeret railway postcard No. 1 with handwritten address, vintage French postage stamp and postal cancellation.
  • Antique French Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 2, Edwardian couple carrying luggage on their way to the train station. Copier
  • Reverse of antique French railway postcard No. 2, addressed to Marie Bourri in Préry, Moselle, with original postage stamp.
  • Antique Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 3, humorous Belle Époque railway station scene warning of pickpockets.
  • Reverse of antique French Bergeret postcard No. 3 showing handwritten address, original postage stamp and 1903 postmark.
  • Antique French Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 4, humorous scene of passengers attempting to board a departing train.
  • Reverse of antique Belle Époque railway postcard No. 4 with original French postage stamp, handwritten address and cancellation.
  • Antique Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 5, Edwardian couple waiting with luggage in a French railway waiting room.
  • Reverse of antique French railway postcard No. 5 addressed to Marie Bourri, showing original postage stamp and postal markings.
  • Antique French Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 6, humorous scene of Belle Époque travellers finding a hotel fully booked.
  • Reverse of antique Bergeret postcard No. 6 with handwritten address, French postage stamp and historic postal cancellation.
  • Antique French Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 7, Edwardian travellers with luggage and hotel porter before departure.
  • Reverse of antique French travel postcard No. 7 with original postage stamp, handwritten address and 1903 cancellation.
  • Antique Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 8, humorous Belle Époque couple locked outside their hotel room with luggage.
  • Reverse of antique French Bergeret postcard No. 8 featuring handwritten address, old postage stamp and postmark.
  • Antique French Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 9, Edwardian travellers asking a hotel attendant for help opening a door.
  • Reverse of antique French railway travel postcard No. 9 showing original postage stamp and handwritten recipient address.
  • Antique Bergeret postcard Le Train de Plaisir No. 10, humorous Belle Époque couple finally returning home after their railway journey.
  • Reverse of antique Bergeret postcard No. 10 with original French postage stamp, 1903 cancellation and handwritten address.
10 Antique French Bergeret Postcards – Le Train de Plaisir – Belle Époque c. 1903

10 Antique French Bergeret Postcards – Le Train de Plaisir – Belle Époque c. 1903

€62,00
Details


A charming complete series of ten original antique French photographic postcards published by A. Bergeret & Cie in Nancy, France, in the early 20th century.

Entitled Le Train de Plaisir (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.

Through ten carefully staged photographic scenes, the postcards capture the fashion, travel customs, social humour and theatrical spirit of the French Belle Époque.

The compositions combine photographic portraits with illustrated railway settings and witty captions printed in red.

The Ten Postcards

1. Travel Preparations
A couple sits together at a table, discussing their plans for an enjoyable journey.

2. Leaving for the Station
The travellers hurry towards the railway station, carrying their luggage.

3. Beware of Pickpockets
A humorous scene illustrates the dangers of theft at a busy railway station.

4. The Train Is Leaving
A traveller attempts to board the train after departure, creating a comical situation.

5. The Waiting Room
The couple waits among their luggage, discovering that travelling is not always comfortable.

6. No Rooms Available
The travellers arrive at a hotel, only to discover the inconvenience of finding it fully booked.

7. Don't Forget the Porter!
A hotel porter attends to the travellers and their luggage before departure.

8. The Forgotten Keys
The couple discovers that their house keys have been left behind.

9. A Helping Hand
A helpful stranger comes to their rescue.

10. Home at Last!
The journey ends with the couple finally returning home.

Together, these ten original postcards form a complete visual narrative filled with gentle humour and the charm of early French photographic storytelling.

Product Details

  • Title: Le Train de Plaisir

  • Publisher: A. Bergeret & Cie, Nancy, France

  • Period: Early 20th century, circa 1903

  • Origin: France

  • Quantity: 10 original antique postcards

  • Numbering: Complete numbered sequence, 1 to 10

  • Dimensions: Approximately 9 × 14 cm (3.5 × 5.5 inches) each

  • Technique: Antique photographic printing with illustrated backgrounds

  • Language: French, with one English caption

  • Reference: BG-11

  • Sold as: One complete set of ten original postcards

Condition

Authentic antique postcards showing natural signs of age and previous postal use.

The cards display age-related discolouration, scattered foxing, minor surface marks and occasional wear to the edges and corners.

The reverse sides retain original handwritten addresses, French postage stamps and period postal cancellations.

The postcards have not been restored and preserve their authentic antique character.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the description.

A Wonderful Piece of French Travel History

This complete series will appeal to collectors of antique French postcards, Belle Époque photography, railway history, historical travel memorabilia and early photographic humour.

The ten scenes also make a beautiful decorative ensemble for a vintage-inspired interior, historical archive or cabinet of curiosities.

You will receive the ten original antique postcards numbered 1 to 10, exactly as shown in the photographs.
Condition & Care

This is an original antique paper item. Handle with clean, dry hands and keep away from moisture, direct sunlight and excessive humidity. For long-term preservation, we recommend storing the document flat in an archival-quality sleeve or folder.
Shipping + Returns

Orders are carefully prepared and shipped from Brussels, Belgium. Antique papers are securely protected for transport. Tracked shipping options are available depending on the destination. Please see our Shipping & Returns page for full details.