1909 Le Sourire Postcard La Mode Satirical Fashion Illustration Belle epoch era

Description: Description:Step back in time with this whimsical Le Sourire No. 48 postcard from 1909, featuring a charming satirical illustration of extravagant fashion. This Belle Époque artwork showcases a lady with a colossal floral-adorned hat, embodying the playful exaggeration typical of the time. The illustration is signed by J. Robida, a well-known French illustrator. This postcard will be a delightful addition to any collection of fashion history or antique ephemera. Category: Postcards > Collectibles > Topographical & FashionTheme: Belle Époque, Fashion SatireArtist: J. RobidaDate: 1909Condition: Please refer to the images for details. Mild signs of age consistent with a postcard of this era.Historic Value & Charm to Your Collection:This postcard humorously captures the extravagant hat trends of the early 20th century, which often exaggerated florals, lace, and towering forms to comical effect. The light-hearted nature of fashion magazines like Le Sourire offered a satirical lens into societal norms and trends. Community Building:Consider exploring more Belle Époque-themed items in our store, Slightly Unusual! Combined shipping offers are available to encourage building your collection. Fun Fact:During the Belle Époque, hats became so large that they often required special "hat pins" to keep them from flying off! Condition Consistency:Professionally scanned images have been provided. Please examine closely for an accurate representation of the condition. Shipping Information: Postcard sleeve protection includedRigid envelope shipping ensures safetyShipped next business dayShipping maxes out at $1.50, no matter how many postcards you purchase

Price: 14.88 USD

Location: Miami, Florida

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Shipping Cost: 1.5 USD