1950s - Two Vintage French Wedding Menus - Collectible Mid-Century Bridal Ephemera - Set of Two Antique Ceremony Documents

The first menu, for Louisette and Jean's marriage on 25 September 1956, features an embossed and green-printed cover depicting a birdcage with two doves, adorned with flowers and ribbons. Its 'Déjeuner' lists Ballottine Truffée and Poulets Chambord, complemented by Vin d'Alsace. The 'Dîner' continues with Velouté Dame Blanche, Poulets de Grain, and fine wines from Saint-Emilion and Châteauneuf-du-Pape, concluding with desserts like Bombe Glacée.

The second menu, from Marie-Louise and Louis's wedding on 9 June 1959, boasts an elegant cover with an embossed design of two doves surrounded by gold-stamped leaves. The 'Déjeuner' presents Galantine Truffée, Canetons en Salmis, and inventive desserts like Diplomate au Kirsch. The 'Dîner' offers Potage Printanier and unique preparations like Le Roi de la Basse-Cour, finishing with Riz Impératrice and Café - Vieux Calvados. A handwritten name, 'Madame Marie Blivet,' further enhances its unique vintage appeal.