Lot of 6 antique French stereoview cards from the “Poses Plastiques” series.
Each card features a pair of nearly identical black-and-white photographs intended to be viewed through a stereoscope to create a three-dimensional image. The photographs depict female models posed as classical or artistic figure studies, some with theatrical props, flowers, drapery, and decorative studio settings.
Several images are captioned “POSES PLASTIQUES” and marked “S.I.P.” within the photograph.
Details:
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Series: Poses Plastiques
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Type: Stereoview / stereoscopic photographs
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Quantity: 6 cards
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Origin: France
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Period: Early 20th century
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Photography: Black & white
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Mount: Orange card mounts with rounded corners
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Subject: Artistic female figure studies / studio poses
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Publisher/mark: S.I.P.
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Backs: Plain / unprinted
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Sold together as one lot
Visible series numbers include examples such as 17, 20 and 21, with additional numbered views included in the lot.
Condition:
Antique condition with age-related wear to the card mounts, including edge and corner wear, surface marks, toning, spotting and occasional small stains. The photographs remain generally clear and presentable. The reverse sides show expected discoloration and foxing consistent with age.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.
An interesting original group for collectors of French stereoviews, antique photography , early photographic erotica , figure studies , Belle Époque imagery , and stereoscopic photography .
