Vintage postcard Gendarme Recruitment Office written France retro

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Vintage postcard (CPA) depicting a gendarme in uniform, saluting in front of a "Bureau de Placement" (Employment Office) sign. The item features a detailed black and white illustration, accompanied by printed text and period handwriting on the upper part. The card is titled and annotated in French, typical of early 20th-century correspondence.

The overall condition of the card shows slight signs of wear, consistent with its age: slightly blunted corners, visible handwriting on the front, original sepia colors, and a few small marks of use. The item is used and sold as is.

Did you know? Vintage postcards illustrating scenes of daily life or professions were very popular in France, particularly at the turn of the 20th century. They offered a living testimony to the society of the time.

This card is aimed at CPA collectors, local history enthusiasts, gendarmerie fans, or anyone wishing to enrich a collection of vintage postcards, or offer an original gift to a lover of retro objects.

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