1920s - 10 Chocolat Pupier Trade Cards - Bulgaria & Romania Collection - Vintage Collectibles - Royalty & Military Uniforms - Maps & City

This lot presents a captivating collection of 10 vintage trade cards issued by Chocolat Pupier. These 'chromos' offer a fascinating glimpse into the early 20th century, primarily focusing on Bulgaria and Romania, serving as educational and promotional items distributed with chocolate products.

The collection includes a diverse range of themes, from detailed geographical maps of 'Roumanie' (Romania) with surrounding countries like 'Tchéco-Slovaquie' (Czechoslovakia) and 'Yougo-Slavie' (Yugoslavia), which helps pinpoint the series' creation to the post-World War I era. Other cards showcase national symbols such as the flags and coats of arms for 'Bulgarie' (Bulgaria) and 'Roumanie' (Romania).

The cards also depict 'Bulgarie - Costumes Militaires' (Bulgarian Military Uniforms) and 'Roumanie - Costumes militaires' (Romanian Military Uniforms), illustrating the armed forces. Notable historical figures featured include 'Ferdinand de Bulgarie' (Ferdinand of Bulgaria) and 'L'Unité Roumaine - Charles de Hohenzollern' (The Romanian Unity - Charles of Hohenzollern, or King Carol I). Picturesque cityscapes like 'Roumanie - Vue de Bucarest' (Romania - View of Bucharest) and 'Bulgarie - Sofia - Sobranie' (Bulgaria - Sofia - Sobranie), along with a scene of 'Roumanie - Agriculture' (Romanian Agriculture), complete this engaging set.