Boulogne-sur-Mer Bather with a Striped Wrap – Vintage Postcard, Posted 1916
Boulogne-sur-Mer Bather with a Striped Wrap – Vintage Postcard, Posted 1916
Details
A bather poses barefoot outside a wooden beach cabin, holding a long striped wrap open around her shoulders. She wears a dark bathing costume and a patterned bathing cap, with the striped fabric framing her figure.
The printed caption reads “103 BOULOGNE-SUR-MER. — A la Mer. — Avant le Bain.” This vertical postcard captures the clothing and seaside imagery associated with bathing holidays.
The divided reverse bears a handwritten message in French and an address in Versailles. A Boulogne-sur-Mer postmark shows the year 1916. The handwritten initials “F.M.” appear at the upper right, and no postage stamp is present. A partial postal marking is also visible along the top of the picture side.
This original vintage postcard shows age toning, scattered spots, surface marks and wear to the edges and corners. A crease is visible near the lower-right corner of the reverse, which also bears pencil annotations. Please examine both scans, which show the actual card offered for sale.
A collectible postcard for those interested in Boulogne-sur-Mer, historical bathing costumes and French seaside scenes.
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.
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