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Antique RPPC 1908 "The Mermaid" E. Pinchart Salon de 1908 Postcard – ND Photo

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Original price was: $32.26.Current price is: $19.35.

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Seller Notes : “See scans for condition.”
Subject : Ship
Signed By : Mario Laboccetta
Original/Licensed Reprint : Original
Material : Paper
Type : Printed (Lithograph)
Theme : Advertising, Animals, Art, Fairy Tales, Fantasy, Floral & Gardens, Flowers & Plants, Humor, Risqué
Country/Region of Manufacture : France
Postage Condition : Unposted
Occasion : Friendship
Signed : No
Personalize : No
Size : Non-Standard
Unit of Sale : Single Unit

Description: This antique RPPC postcard, titled “La Sirène,” is a scene of an artwork by E. Pinchart featured in the 1908 Salon. It depicts a classical scene of a mermaid, also known as “sirène,” in a dramatic and alluring pose, captured by the ND Phot studio. The monochrome tones give the image a haunting beauty that evokes the mysterious relationship between man and myth. The postcard is unused, in “Carte Postale” format, with visible age wear. A truly collectible item for those who appreciate early 20th-century erotic art and salon-style postcards. Historic Value & Charm to Your Collection: This postcard hails from the prestigious 1908 Salon, capturing a moment in art history where mythology and fantasy were explored through classical fine art. Its depiction of a siren, a symbol of both allure and danger, brings a sense of historical charm to any collection. Community Building: “La Sirène” is a perfect addition for collectors of vintage erotic art or fans of mythological themes. Explore other rare early 20th-century postcards in our collection for combined shipping! Fun Fact: The Salon de Paris was one of the most important art exhibitions in Europe during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Artists like E. Pinchart displayed works that often reflected societal fascinations with fantasy and the unknown. Condition Consistency: Professionally scanned images are provided for you to assess the condition. Please refer to the scans for an accurate representation. Shipping Information: Postcard Sleeve Protection Rigid Envelope Shipping Shipped next business day Shipping on all postcards maxes out at $1.50, no matter how many you buy! Happy Words: Vintage Salon de 1908 postcard E. Pinchart mermaid artwork La Sirène 1908 collectible ND Phot postcard Early 20th-century erotic art Rare mythological postcard Siren art antique postcard Vintage French art postcard Monochrome mermaid scene Mermaid on rocks artwork Salon postcard collectible Antique Carte Postale 1900s French postcard Vintage French exhibition postcard Mythology and fantasy art Erotic art collectible Pre-WWI postcard Early 1900s photomechanical print Siren mythology postcard Salon de Paris art Category: Collectibles > Postcards > Topical > Fantasy & Mythology Antique (more than 100 years old)