ALICE RUSSON : IRISH STAGE AND SILENT FILM STAR : RPPC (1908)

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This vintage real photo postcard (Postcard 1) features Irish actress, singer, and dancer, Alice Russon. She acted in musical comedies and silent films. Russon’s stage work included “The Girl from Kay’s” (1904), “Cinderella” (1907), and “The Arcadians” (1911). In 1906, she appeared in a variety show headlined by Will Rogers. In 1912 and 1913, she performed in Australia. According to IMDb, Russon appeared in three British silent films including “Democracy” (1918) and “All Men are Liars” (1919). Russon was married to actor, Vernon Davidson. It is reported that she was an amateur photographer. This postcard was published by Rotary Photo as part of the Rotary Photographic Series (No. 4139 B). The card has a postmark from Cambridge, England (dated 1908). The message on the reverse of the card, like today’s text messages, is short and sweet. The writer simply writes “Getting on alright”.  (SOLD)

Postcard 2 was published by Rotary Photo as part of a series (No. 1803 O). Russon’s photograph was taken by Sydney Wood.  (SOLD)

Postcard 3 was published by Philco as part of a series (No. 3437 D). Russon’s photograph was taken by Dover Street Studios. The card has a postmark dated 1908. The message on the reverse of the card, states that the writer attended the theatre the night before writing. She reports that she saw actress, Marie Studholme and that Miss Studholme was “very good, pretty and just as nice as she looks on postcards”. This postcard is in good condition (see scans).

Postcard 4 was published by Raphael Tuck as part of a series (No.T160). (SOLD)

Postcard 5 was published by Philco as part of a series (No. 3437 D). This photo captures Miss Russon in costume for her role as “Cinderella”. Russon’s photograph was taken by Dover Street Studios. The card has a postmark dated 1908. The message on the reverse of the card, states that the writer attended the theatre the night before writing. She reports that she saw actress, Marie Studholme and that Miss Studholme was “very good, pretty and just as nice as she looks on postcards”. (SOLD)

Postcard 6 features Russon looking quite pretty as she sits on a wall holding a parasol. She is wearing a frilly dress and has flowers in her hair. This postcard was published by Rapid Photo as part of a series (No.3230). The card has a postmark from London, England (dated 1906). (SOLD)

Postcard 7 was published by J. R. R. E. as part of a series (No.10). Russon’s photograph was taken by James Cooper & Son Studios. The card has a postmark dated 1904.  (SOLD)

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FRED BILLINGTON : ENGLISH SINGER & ACTOR : CELEBRITIES OF THE STAGE : TUCK RPPC

This vintage real photo postcard features English singer and actor, Fred Billington (1854-1917). He is most identified for his baritone roles in the Savoy Operas. He performed with the D’Orly Carte Opera Company from 1879 until his death (1917). Billington also performed in America. His resume includes one stint on Broadway, in the play, “Ruddigore (1887). He also performed in a command performance of “The Mikado” (1891) for Queen Victoria. In 1917, was asked to lunch by the Rupert Carte, the proprietor of the D’Orly Carte Opera Company. Billington was informed that it was time for him to retire from the company. He was considered too past his prime. After finishing lunch and Carte’s departure from the restaurant, Billington sat and chatted with a waiter. When it was time for Billington to leave, he stood up from the table, walked toward the exit, and dropped dead. This postcard was published by Raphael Tuck & Sons as part of the Celebrities of the Stage series (no.T1248). SOLD

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MOST BEAUTIFUL WOMEN OF FRANCE : L’ALSACIENNE PROVINCE : PHOTO BY JEAN AGELOU

This vintage real photo postcard is part of a series named “Les Plus Belles Femmes de France” (The Most Beautiful Women of France). This series is about the Provinces of France, and the model for this image represents L’alsacienne (Alsace). Note that the woman in this photograph is wearing a pretty smile. This postcard is no.15 in the series. There were a number of different series published. The Province series was one of the more popular series. The models in this series represent different French Provinces and wear traditional clothing from that particular area of the country. This postcard was published by well known photographer Alfred Noyer. The celebrated photographer supervised a large photo studio in Paris. The Noyer Studio operated from 1910 until the 1940’s.  Many of the postcards he produced of women were nudes or risque images. The photographer of this postcard portrait is Jean Agelou (1878-1921). Agelou was a French photographer of the 1910’s and 1920’s who is best known for his erotic and nude photographs. He was born in Egypt and not much is known about his private life. Agelou generally used models between the age of 20 and 24 years-old. He had a favorite model. Her name was “Fernande” and in addition to modeling, she was Agelou’s lover. Although the 1900’s was the “golden age” of erotic photograph, photographers who took such risque photos had to use discretion. As a result, Agelou signed his work “JA”. In 1908, nudity in photographs was banned in France and photographers had to cover nude women images with strategically placed undergarments or other materials. Nude images had to circulate on the down low. They were sent in the mail inside of envelopes. Fernande remained popular and her erotic photographs were enjoyed by soldiers on both sides during World War I. Jean Agelou died in 1921; the result of a car accident. His brother George, who managed Jean’s business, also was killed in the crash. This vintage postcard is in very good condition (see scans). 

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UNCLE TOM COBLEY : WIDECOMBE FAIR : COLLIE DOG : “ET AL” : RPPC

This vintage real photo postcard features Uncle Tom Cobley and his collie dog. Uncle Tom is sitting is a chair and appears to be imbibing a large mug of beer. He has a suitcase at his feet and a cane leaning against the arm of his chair. His cute dog obediently lies on the floor next to him. Research reveals that the phrase “Uncle Tom Cobley and all” is used in Great Britain as a humorous way of saying “et al”. The phrase also indicates frustration at the large number of individuals on a list. The reference to “Uncle Tom Cobley” is derived from a devon folk song called “Widecombe Fair”. This postcard was published by A. L. Ruth of Ashburton, England. The card is slightly larger than a standard sized postcard. The postcard measures about 5 1/4 x 3 7/8 inches. SOLD

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BETTY BALFOUR: “BRITAINS QUEEN OF HAPPINESS” (3 VINTAGE REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS)

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Have you ever heard of Betty Balfour? You would definitely know who she was if you lived in England during the silent film era because she is considered the most popular actress there during the 1920’s. She was known as the “British Mary Pickford” and “Britain’s Queen of Happiness”. Her fans knew her best for her “Squibs” series of films. Betty Balfour (1903-1977) was also known for her stage career. She made her stage debut in 1913 and worked in theater for several years before entering the film industry. She did not attempt to extend her career to Hollywood  but she did star in a number of German films. In Britain she starred in Alfred Hitchcock’s “Champagne” (1928). Her sound era debut was in “The Nipper” (1930), Her popularity began to drop in the 1930’s though she still was getting film roles. In all, she appeared in more than 35 films. Balfour was married to composer Jimmy Campbell but the marriage fell apart in 1941 after a ten year run. She attempted a theater comeback in 1952 but it failed. She died in Weybridge, Surrey, England at the age of seventy-four. This vintage real photo postcard was produced by Picturegoer as part of a series (no. 2a). The company was based in London. Picturegoer was a British fan magazine focussing on contemporary films and the actors and actresses who performed in them. Picturegoer also published postcards. In fact, they produced over 6500 different real photo postcards on 2000 actors and actresses.

The second real photo postcard see here is of unknown origin. The publisher is not identified nor is the photographer. Interestingly, just as in the first image, Miss Balfour is wearing pearls. She certainly was quite pretty. This vintage postcard is in excellent condition (see scans).

The third real photo postcard features Miss Balfour in costume wearing a headpiece with very large feathers. Her v-neck dress is very beautiful. The portrait of Miss Balfour was taken by the Maull and Fox studio. The postcard was published by Cinimagazine and was part of a series (no. 84). Henry Maull (1829-1914) was a British photographer known for his portraits of famous individuals. He became a member of the Royal Photographic Society in 1870. During his career he had several partnerships. One of these partnerships (c1856-1865) was with George Henry Polyblank and the pair were very talented and produced great photographs. Between 1879 and 1885 Maul partnered with John Fox (1832-1907). The partnership with Fox was ended due to bankruptcy. However, the studio’s name was maintained after the bankruptcy by Fox’s son Herbert. Examination of the date of Maull and Fox’s partnership, it is clear that this photograph was produced by a photographer operating after the reign of Maull and Fox. Much of Maull’s work can be seen at the National Portrait Gallery in London, England.

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ANGELA IPPAVITZ : ITALIAN SILENT FILM ACTRESS : HEADRESS : DIVA : RPPC : 1920’s

This vintage real photo postcard features Italian silent film actress, Angela Ippaviz. This postcard was published by A Traldi. The firm was located in Milan, Italy and operated between 1902 and 1918. The card was published by A. Traldi as part of a series (No.767). This postcard is in excellent condition (see scans).

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PORTRAIT OF A GIRL SCOUT : VINTAGE UNIFORM : PASSAIC, NEW JERSEY : RPPC 1910-1930

This vintage real photo postcard features a uniformed girl scout. She is adorable and appears to be in her teenage years. She was photographed by the Jack Adamoff studio in Passaic, New Jersey. The AZO stamp box indicates that the card was produced sometime between 1910 and 1930. This postcard is in very good condition (see scans).

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TWO MEN AND A WALL: STREET FASHION : RPPC

This vintage real photo postcard features two men posed by an old wall. It is unclear whether the men are friends or family  This postcard is in good condition. Note that there is some wrinkling in parts of the top border of the card. The image itself is in very good condition. (see scans).

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PORTRAIT OF AN ADORABLE LITTLE FRENCH GIRL : CIRCA 1920 : ROUEN, FRANCE : RPPC

This vintage real photo postcard features an adorable little girl dressed in ethnic / cultural costume. She is sitting on a concrete bench in front of a studio backdrop. The girl’s portrait was taken at the Grande Photographie Studio St Julien in the town of Rouen, France. This is a private postcard and it is likely one of a kind. (SOLD)

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PRETTY NUDE WOMAN : LONG BEADED NECKLACE : RISQUE : FLAPPER : CORONA

This vintage real photo features a pretty young woman in the nude. She is wearing a  very long “pearl” necklace. She has beautiful eyes. This postcard is risque for its era. Tastefully done nude postcards were considered art at the time this card was issued. The card was published by the French firm, Corona as part of a series (No.155). Corona was a publisher that operated in the 1920’s. They published many postcard nudes with blank backs. It is not known if they were photographers or just a reprinting company that produced photos taken by well known photographers of the time.  (SOLD)

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