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An irresistible original 1920s French photographic postcard—far more imaginative than the typical bathing-beauty portrait.A glamorous young woman in a daring black swimsuit and oversized hair bow tiptoes across a theatrical shoreline as two remarkably realistic crabs approach her feet. Her playful expression, graceful pose, lace-up bathing sandals, and wonderfully surreal studio setting create an image that is humorous, stylish, and unmistakably French.Issued by P.C. Paris (Papeteries de Levallois-Clichy), one of France’s important producers of glamorous and risqué photographic postcards. The publisher’s emblem and series number 1714 appear clearly on the card.• Genuine vintage French photographic postcard
• Circa 1920s
• P.C. Paris No. 1714
• Early one-piece bathing costume
• Whimsical crab and seaside composition
• Unposted and unused
• Made in France
• Approximately 3½ × 5½ inchesCONDITION:Beautifully preserved for a postcard approximately 100 years old. The photographic image remains crisp, rich, and exceptionally attractive. Light age-related corner and edge wear, with minor marks on the reverse. No message, stamp, or postmark. Please inspect the photographs for the complete condition.A striking and memorable card for collectors of French glamour photography, bathing beauties, early swimwear, risqué postcards, theatrical studio photography, and unusual seaside imagery.
