{"product_id":"late-19th-antique-french-chromo-cards-victorian-children-illustrations-humorous-sentimental-rhymes-collectible-ephemera","title":"Late 19th - Antique French Chromo Cards - Victorian Children Illustrations - Humorous Sentimental Rhymes - Collectible Ephemera","description":"The first card depicts a boy and a girl in elegant costumes amidst classical garden statues, playfully observing undressed sculptures. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe second features two girls, one with a striking red hat, the other in a delicate blue and white ensemble, engaged in a humorous dialogue about the purpose of a nose. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe third portrays a boy in a classic blue sailor suit, with 'Fidele' on his hat, conversing with a girl in a white dress adorned with red bows, discussing the unfortunate smell of a teacher's tobacco. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese charming vignettes are rich in narrative and character, emblematic of the era's popular art.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach card bears a distinct French caption, adding to their historical charm and providing a glimpse into the period's humor. Translated examples include 'I don't find the sculpture amusing... we don't know if they are men or women,' 'The mouth is for eating... But the nose? ... is for putting fingers in,' and 'I could never kiss my teacher. If you knew how she smells of tobacco.' These unique pieces offer a delightful part of antique paper ephemera.","brand":"Tatie","offers":[{"title":"One","offer_id":55512642912604,"sku":"CH067","price":4.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Two","offer_id":55512642945372,"sku":"CH068","price":4.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Three","offer_id":55512642978140,"sku":"CH069","price":4.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/8491\/5804\/files\/IMG_3316.jpg?v=1758272674","url":"https:\/\/www.authentic-wonders.com\/products\/late-19th-antique-french-chromo-cards-victorian-children-illustrations-humorous-sentimental-rhymes-collectible-ephemera","provider":"Authentic Wonders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}