Late 19th - Vintage French Trade Card - Gilded Chromo - Directoire Costumes - Advertising Maison Bunel Auxerre Department Store

This vintage French advertising card is a beautiful chromolithograph depicting two children in colorful Directoire-era costumes. The boy and girl are shown 'en place pour la contredanse' (in position for the contradance), set against a stunning gilded background with subtle floral motifs. Their elaborate attire, with ruffles, hats, and patterned fabrics, captures the charm of historical fashion. The top of the card clearly identifies 'Maison Bunel Auxerre' (Bunel House Auxerre), highlighting the business being promoted.

The reverse side provides a detailed advertisement for 'Grands Magasins de l'Horloge d'Auxerre, Maison Bunel' (Grand Clock Stores of Auxerre, Bunel House). Notably, 'Maison Bunel' is neatly crossed out, with 'Alice Maillard' handwritten above, possibly indicating a change in proprietorship.