Late 19th - Vintage French Advertising Card - Simon Dubaux Novelties - Rococo Style Kissing Children - Auxerre Business Ephemera Collectible

This charming vintage French advertising card, dating from the late 19th century, promotes the business of 'Simon Dubaux Nouveautés' (Simon Dubaux Novelties). The delightful illustration depicts two young children, dressed in romanticized 18th-century Rococo attire, sharing a tender kiss amidst a lush garden setting. One child holds a shepherd's crook, while the other leans in, creating a heartwarming scene reminiscent of bucolic art.

The card clearly states the merchant's name and type of goods offered, suggesting a store selling various new and fashionable items, a common type of establishment during that period. Below the illustration, the address is specified as '7, Place aux Liens Auxerre' (7, Place aux Liens Auwerre), providing a precise location for the business in France.

This piece of historical ephemera offers a glimpse into late 19th-century French commerce and advertising aesthetics. Its intricate detail and sentimental imagery make it a wonderful item for collectors of antique paper, French cultural artifacts, or those seeking unique decorative elements for creative projects.