{"product_id":"late-19th-french-military-uniforms-chromo-advertising-card-casiez-bourgeois-chicory-intendance-remonte-antique-ephemera","title":"Late 19th - French Military Uniforms Chromo Advertising Card - Casiez \u0026 Bourgeois Chicory - Intendance Remonte Antique Ephemera","description":"This authentic Late 19th-century French advertising chromo set features two captivating illustrations of military uniforms. These historical trade cards, produced by Casiez \u0026amp; Bourgeois for their 'Chicorée Nouvelle' brand, offer a unique glimpse into the visual culture and commercial advertising practices of the era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first card, labeled 'Intendance,' portrays two French military officers. The prominent figure, donning a distinguished dark blue uniform with striking red trousers and a kepi, is depicted holding an official document, symbolizing the administrative duties of the Quartermaster Corps. A second, smaller figure stands slightly behind him, against a backdrop of period buildings and a subtle landscape, rendered with the characteristic textured detail of chromolithography. This card illustrates the crucial logistical aspects of the French army.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe second card, titled 'Remonte,' presents a majestic scene of a French military officer astride a proud brown horse. The officer, dressed in a similar blue uniform with red trousers and a formal shako, holds a sword, emblematic of his mounted service. The background of this card is a vivid metallic gold, which dramatically enhances the figures and highlights the theme of cavalry and horse remounts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese cards were distributed as collectibles to promote chicory, a popular coffee substitute in France during that time, notably by Casiez \u0026amp; Bourgeois from Cambrai.","brand":"Tatie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55330118435164,"sku":"CH043","price":5.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/8491\/5804\/files\/IMG_7928.jpg?v=1756212468","url":"https:\/\/www.authentic-wonders.com\/products\/late-19th-french-military-uniforms-chromo-advertising-card-casiez-bourgeois-chicory-intendance-remonte-antique-ephemera","provider":"Authentic Wonders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}