{"product_id":"photographies-anciennes-vintage-annees-30-50-livret-lumiere-retro-noir-et-blan","title":"Vintage old photographs 30s-50s + retro black and white Lumière booklet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot consists of three old black and white photographs, accompanied by an original Lumière brand booklet, identifiable by its predominantly red and white cover. The snapshots show outdoor group scenes, typical of amateur photography from the 1930s to the 1950s. The edges of the prints are scalloped, a common finish for this period, adding an authentic and retro touch to the set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe booklet visible in the background has the handwritten inscription \"Pour Marie\" (For Marie) on a label, and displays a photograph of a sidecar race on the cover, with the inscription \"Appareils * Pellicules Lumière\" (Lumière Cameras * Films). This French brand was renowned for its photographic films and cameras during the first half of the 20th century. The booklet appears to be in good overall condition, with signs of use consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe three visible photographs show groups of people posing outdoors, including a scene in front of a statue. The contrasts are well-defined, and the details of the clothing and expressions are clear despite their age. The prints are made on matte surface paper, typical of vernacular photography from this era, and show slight handling marks, with no major tears or stains visible on the exposed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe subjects' clothing style, as well as the overall appearance of the prints, confirm a dating between the 1930s and 1950s. The photographs evoke the family or vacation aesthetic of the period, enhanced by their presentation in a lot accompanied by an original booklet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot is suitable for interior decoration, to enhance a retro or vintage atmosphere, or as inspiration for artistic or scenographic projects requiring genuine old photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item sold as is: signs of use, age-related wear, corners sometimes slightly blunted. The photographs and booklet are in good overall condition for their age, with no major defects visible on the displayed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The Lumière brand, founded in Lyon, was one of the pioneers of silver halide photography in France. Notably, it marketed Autochrome film, the first industrial color plate, and its cameras were very popular among amateurs between 1920 and 1950.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping provided by a professional seller specializing in authentic antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old photos, vintage prints, retro photography, black and white lot, Lumière booklet, 30s 40s 50s, silver halide photo, old French photo, vintage snapshot, retro decoration, old French photography, paper photo lot\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54307856351559,"sku":"c5812f47-e5cc-4bc3-96fb-24150e573f7e","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_d5b76e0b-471f-4878-93ac-cd290e4d732b.jpg?v=1783465160","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/photographies-anciennes-vintage-annees-30-50-livret-lumiere-retro-noir-et-blan","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}