Description
Charming original pencil portrait of a young woman in a soft hat, drawn on a pre-printed “Mode de Saison” fashion card with decorative border and circular monogram. Likely produced for a small European (probably French) fashion or millinery shop in the early twentieth century, this piece sits at the crossroads of original art and fashion ephemera and would display beautifully in a frame.
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Original graphite portrait on printed Mode de Saison card, not a reproduction
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Elegant three-quarter profile of a stylish young woman in hat and bobbed hair
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Decorative printed border and round shop / printer monogram beneath title
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Attractive fashion and advertising crossover piece, ideal for ephemera or fashion collectors
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Estimated date c. 1910s-1930s based on hairstyle, hat style, and typography
Condition: Card shows even age toning, scattered foxing spots, and light surface soiling from handling. Corners slightly softened; no major tears or creases noted in the image. Pencil drawing somewhat light but clearly visible. Overall presents as a well-kept, genuinely vintage piece with honest age. Please view all the photos for the best sense of condition and details.
A lovely little period fashion portrait that would make a distinctive addition to any collection of vintage ephemera, fashion illustration, or shop advertising material.
