16.00 USD
Gorgeous photograph. We think this is actually one of the most lovely images of a woman we have ever seen. The head decoration is traditional wear for that province, and the earrings too, we believe. If you're wondering just how this headdress (apparently a kind of sun bonnet) works, our fourth image, in this listing, is of a rear view of a similar bonnet, one from the Alsace region actually, but it will give you an idea.
We have tried to research this series of cards, but with no real success. "Les Plus Belles Femmes des Provinces de France," (The most beautiful women of France's provinces.) Quite a mouthful. Sounds better in French, non? Especially if a French person says it, not me! Haha. We think this series was produced in the teens and 20s. If you have info, we'd certainly appreciate it. It was published by the incomparable Alfred Noyer. He seems often to have used local photographers for this series, (by province). Awesome image! This is the third of this card we've been fortunate enough to acquire for the shop. We don't expect it will last long, so if you love it, don't hesitate! It is in quite nice condition, with only very minor edge and corner wear. The image for the rear view of an Alsace region sun bonnet came from a very interesting blog on folk costume and embroidery. Link below:
http://folkcostume.blogspot.com/2013/09/overview-of-costumes-of-alsace-or-elsass.html
Please examine our high res scans for detail.
Postage is for first class shipping in a secure photo mailer, and we happily combine shipping on all paper goods. If you purchase two cards, we will refund the postage on the second card, and when you purchase three or more cards from us at the same time, your shipping will be entirely free, except for international orders which, because of sudden increases in international shipping rates will still be charged one card's shipping fees on orders of three or more.
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