French Military Figure – Vanity Fair Men of the Day No. 10, 1870
€ 420
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Date
1870
Sheet size
35.5 × 22.1 cm (14.0 × 8.7 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14156-16
Condition
condition with soft age toning.
About this sheet
French Military Figure – Vanity Fair Men of the Day No. 10, 1870 Published September 17, 1870, this Vanity Fair portrait depicts a prominent French military figure, titled “The hope of France.” The uniform, medals, and confident stance give the image strong visual impact and international appeal.
Military subjects from Vanity Fair tend to perform well due to their bold presentation and cross-collecting interest.
Condition: Good original condition with light age toning.
Framing tips: A pale gray or ivory mat with a dark charcoal or black frame enhances the contrast of the uniform.