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Erotic French Postcards from the Hill Collection
- This collection of antique postcards pays homage to the timeless beauties of the Belle Époque
- Known as the Hill Collection, this collection contains 363 erotic French postcards
- It is considered among the finest of its kind, second only to that of Hugh Hefner
- Many postcards were lost due to decay and censorship, making this collection a true rarity
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Widely viewed as obscenities in their time, today these intriguing postcards are highly sought after treasures on the modern market amongst a wide range of collectors. Many postcards of this kind were lost due to the decay of time and the censorship of the era, making a collection of this remarkable size an extraordinarily rare find. Moreover, as it was also illegal to send these erotic postcards through the mail, many are free of postmarks and writing, remaining in pristine condition.
At the turn of the century, Paris was recognized as being both liberal-minded and lavish. The Moulin Rouge, the Folies Bergère and other racy nightspots contributed to this perceived decadence, and many postcard publishers in Paris quickly began capitalizing on these tantalizing attractions. Featuring well known models such as Kiki of Montparnasse, Miss Fernande, Miss Pearl and Jeanna Juilla, this collection offers a nostalgic glimpse into a titillating bygone age.
A limited-edition book written about the collection, French Nudes: 1850-1925, is also included. It is #6 of just ten every printed.
Circa 1850-1925
Provenance:
The Hill Collection
| Period: | 20th Century |
| Origin: | America |
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