Pornic France Old Woman Breton Coiffe Traditional Costume Postcard

$ 5.28

Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Region: Brittany Postage Condition: Unposted Era: Pre-1920 Country/Region of Manufacture: France City: Pornic Country: France Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Theme: Cultures Ethnicities Signed: No Country of Origin: France Material: Paper Continent: Europe Subject: People

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Pornic France Old Woman Breton Coiffe Traditional Costume Postcard. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This captivating real photo postcard (RPPC) transports you to Pornic, France, featuring a poignant portrait of an elderly woman adorned in a traditional Breton coiffe and regional costume. Her hands, clasped gently over a walking stick, convey a sense of wisdom and resilience, embodying the spirit of "l'ancien temps" or olden times. The photographic detail captures the intricate textures of her attire, from the folds of her shawl to the delicate fabric of her headdress, offering a window into the cultural heritage of the region. Printed as a genuine photographic image, this postcard reflects the popular early 20th-century trend of documenting local customs and people. The reverse features a classic divided back with "CARTE POSTALE" and instructions regarding international correspondence, typical of postcards from the 1900s to 1910s. This piece is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of French history, regional costumes, and vintage real photo postcards, preserving a timeless image of Breton tradition.