Serene Woman in Classical Costume

This is a gorgeous old Paris postcard of a woman in classical Greek or Roman dress.  I've cleaned it up and repaired it, and added some subtle tint.

This classical theme seems to have been popular for postcards in the Victorian / Edwardian era, for there are many of them in my collection.  I think the pose on this one is particularly pretty and serene.  She could be a goddess, a muse, or just a lady with her thoughts faraway.

Enjoy ~

Diva in Pink

Ooh-la-la, what a diva.  Here is an image of shapely Belle Epoque beauty Arlette Dorgere.  She was a famous lady of the stage, and one of the more popular subjects of French postcards such as this.  I've tinted her a dusky rose pink, which seems to suit her.  I hope she inspires your artwork and crafts and your diva attitude!

Little Girl Vintage French Postcard

For today, another antique French postcard.  This one I think was mailed from French Algiers.  I left the postage mark and the little green French stamp.  Sometimes I like them left on.  Such a cute little Victorian girl, daydreaming away.  Maybe the foreign postmark on this picture feels right because her thoughts seem far away.