{"product_id":"late-19th-2-french-advertising-chromo-cards-la-fontaine-fables-vintage-collectible-trade-cards-with-beautiful-illustrations","title":"Late 19th - 2 French Advertising Chromo Cards - La Fontaine Fables - Vintage Collectible Trade Cards with Beautiful Illustrations","description":"This lot features two exquisite French advertising trade cards, also known as chromos, from 'Maison Bunel' in Auxerre. These charming cards, typical of late 19th-century marketing, showcase colorful lithographic illustrations, each depicting a scene from a renowned La Fontaine fable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne card illustrates 'Le Lion Amoureux' (The Amorous Lion), a tale about love's transformative power, while the other presents 'Les Deux Pigeons' (The Two Pigeons), symbolizing fidelity and companionship. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe reverse side of the cards provides details for 'Grands Magasins de l'Horloge d'Auxerre' (Grand Stores of the Auxerre Clock), advertising 'Maison Bunel Nouveautés \u0026amp; Confections' (Maison Bunel Novelties \u0026amp; Confections), including fabrics, white cotton, and clothing for men, young people, and children. These highly collectible pieces offer a glimpse into historical advertising and popular culture.","brand":"AW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56094979162460,"sku":"0208-168","price":8.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/8491\/5804\/files\/IMG_5553.jpg?v=1764429999","url":"https:\/\/www.authentic-wonders.com\/products\/late-19th-2-french-advertising-chromo-cards-la-fontaine-fables-vintage-collectible-trade-cards-with-beautiful-illustrations","provider":"Authentic Wonders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}