Late 19th - F. Pinet Chaussures Paris Exhibition Trade Card - Vintage French Advertising Chromo - Paris Rue du 4 Septembre Ministry

The document prominently displays 'Exposition Universelle de 1878' at the top, firmly rooting it in this significant global event. It advertises 'Chaussures F. Pinet,' a celebrated Parisian shoemaker known for their exquisite creations. The text 'Au Gamin de Paris' appears vertically on both sides, possibly indicating a specific line or associated brand. The bottom provides an address, 'A Gaulon 11, Rue du 4 Septembre,' placing this business within a notable Parisian street. The mention of 'Ministère des Travaux Publics' suggests a connection to official exhibition structures or the general urban development of Paris at the time. The illustration itself presents an elaborate building, possibly a store or an exhibition stand, complete with striped awnings and decorative architectural elements, set against a background of trees and sky.