Late 19th - French Chromo Advertising Card - Maison Nouvelle Shoes - Garden Scene Children - Vintage Paris Footwear Ad - H. Dessain Liège

This charming vintage French trade card, a chromolithograph from the Late 19th century, advertises 'Maison Nouvelle' (New House), a shoe manufacturer located at 60, Avenue de Clichy, Paris. The front features a delightful garden scene with four children and a rooster. A boy and a girl, dressed in traditional attire, stand in the center, while two other boys observe from behind a fence on the left. The scene evokes a sense of idyllic country life, designed to appeal to potential customers.

The reverse side clearly details the business: 'Manufacture Française de Chaussures Cousues Garanties Tout Cuir pour Hommes & Dames' (French Manufacturer of Sewn Shoes Guaranteed All Leather for Men & Women). The card highlights 'Prix unique FR. 12.50 Valeur réelle 22 francs' (Unique price FR. 12.50 Real value 22 francs), suggesting a great deal. It also states 'Maison de Confiance Sans Succursale' (House of Trust Without Branches), emphasizing exclusivity and reliability. This collectible piece was printed by H. Dessain, Liège.