This vintage real photo postcard features an attractive young woman wearing some sort of costume. She appears to be a performer. She is wearing a white wig with an “elevated bow”. This postcard is hand color tinted. The postcard was published by Neue Photographische Gesellschaft (NPG) which was located in Berlin and Stuttgart, Germany.The company was in business between 1894 and 1948. It was founded by Arthur Black (1862-1943) and it became one of the most well known and largest companies involved in the production of postcards.This postcard is an Oranotypie. An oranotype is a trade name for a type of glossy real photo postcard published by NPG at the beginning of the 20th century. The postcard has a French stamp and the card was postmarked in 1908. SOLD
Crown Princess Cecilie of Prussia (1886–1954) was a prominent royal figure in early 20th-century Germany. She was the daughter of Frederick Francis III, Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, and Grand Duchess Anastasia Mikhailovna of Russia, making her a granddaughter of Emperor Nicholas I of Russia. Cecilie came from a highly prestigious lineage that united German and Russian imperial bloodlines. In 1905, she married German Crown Prince Wilhelm (Wilhelm of Prussia (1882–1951), the eldest son of Kaiser Wilhelm II, Emperor of Germany and King of Prussia. As the wife of the Crown Prince, Cecilie held the title of German Crown Princess and was seen as the future Empress of Germany. However, the German monarchy was overthrown in 1918 at the end of World War I, and the family went into exile. Wilhelm never ascended the throne, as the monarchy was abolished with the abdication of his father, Wilhelm II. Cecilie and Wilhelm had six children.Their marriage, while initially harmonious and dutiful, became strained over time due to Wilhelm’s infidelities and political turmoil. Despite no longer being royalty in power, Cecilie remained a respected figure. After the monarchy fell, she lived modestly in Germany and did not follow her husband into exile in the Netherlands. She died in Bad Kissingen, West Germany, in 1954. This real photo postcard is a studio portrait of Crown Princess Cecilie, taken by T.H. Voigt, a photographer based in Homburg v.d.H. and Frankfurt a/M. The publisher number “266/45” appears in the lower right corner, and the “NPG” logo indicates it was part of the Neue Photographische Gesellschaft series—one of the most prestigious photo publishers inImperial Germany. In this beautifully lit and softly focused portrait, Crown Princess Cecilie sits regally, gazing directly at the camera with serene confidence. Her expression is calm and composed, projecting the quiet dignity expected of a royal consort. She wears a sumptuous white or light-colored gown, richly embroidered with floral motifs and delicate lace details. Around her neck is a strand of pearls, and an elegant dark scarf or netting is wrapped gracefully around her collar and beneath her chin. Her wide-brimmed hat, adorned with layers of flowers and lace, is spectacular—an extravagant Edwardian fashion statement in keeping with her status. Her long hair is styled in a voluminous updo beneath the hat. The combination of textures—lace, netting, silk, and pearls—exudes both softness and formality, symbolic of her royal role. The postcard is addressed to a woman residing in Hanover, Germany and the card is postmarked in 1906 in Hildesheim, Germany. Cecilie had been a princess for just a short time when this photo was taken. The stamp on the card is a 5 Pfennig green stamp bearing the image of Germania, a common stamp of the Deutsches Reich (German Empire), designed by Paul Eduard Waldraff and issued between 1900–1922. The cursive German message on the left margin is difficult to fully decipher, but it appears to be a friendly greeting. (SOLD)
This vintage real photo postcard features British silent film actress, Lilian Hall-Davis (1898-1933). She had much success in silent films but struggled with the transition from silent to sound films. This frustration and disappointment likely led to her experiencing mental health problems and eventually to her suicide at the age of 35. She was one of Britain’s leading actresses in the 1920’s, appearing in numerous films that showcased her charm, talent and on-screen presence. She worked with some of the most respected directors of her time and was a recognized talented actress in both British and International films. She starred in both romantic and dramatic roles. She is best remembered for her performances in two of Alfred Hitchcock’s films, “The Ring” (1927) and “The Farmer’s Wife” (1928). Other notable performances were in “The Passionate Adventure” (1924), “The Ghost Train” (1927), and “The Guns of Loos” (1928). Her popularity is reflected by the number of collectible postcards (such as this one) and photographs that were published during her era. This postcard shows Miss Hall-Davis with short wavy styled dark hair. understated make-up and large expressive eyes. Her gaze is slightly off-camera, conveying a reflective, almost wistful mood. She is wearing an elegant sleeveless dress adorned with embellishments along the shoulder strap. A delicate pearl necklace adds to her refined and classic look. The photographer of Miss Hall-Davis’s portrait was Schneider, a Berlin based photographer, The postcard was published by Ross Verlag (Berlin). Ernst Schneider was one of the most celebrated studio photographers in Berlin during three decades (1900’s, 1910’s, 1920’s). He photographed many celebrities from the world of theater, opera, circuses, and film. He was also one of the most prominent fashion photographers in Berlin. In addition, he was well known for his nude photography and he published books showcasing his work in this domain. Sometime around 1908 Schneider began working with postcard publishers “Rotophot” and “Neue Photographische Gesellschaft” (NPG). In 1919 he began working with Ross Verlag. SOLD
This is a striking hand-tinted real photo postcard (RPPC) featuring a young actress or performer seated confidently on a chair. The card is part of the NPG (Neue Photographische Gesellschaft) series, serial number 645/2, and dates to 1904. It was printed in Berlin, Germany, as indicated on the reverse. The woman in the image has voluminous, dark, curly hair adorned with colorful ribbons, one pink and one lavender. She wears a bold theatrical costume: a bright turquoise satin dress trimmed with cream-yellow ruffled sleeves and skirt, accented by a vivid red flower at the bodice. The layered ruffles of her skirt spill over her lap, giving her a lively, almost playful stage presence. She sits with her legs crossed, her expression calm and slightly defiant, exuding poise and self-assurance. Her dark stockings and buttoned heels complete the look, emphasizing her identity as a stage performer rather than a conventional society portrait sitter. Neue Photographische Gesellschaft A.G. was a leading German postcard and photographic publishing house active in the early 20th century. The left-side imprint, translated, reads: “Original photograph by NP Steglitz refers to the Berlin district where NPG was located, not the photographer’s surname. On the reverse, the postcard carries a green French stamp, confirming that the card was mailed from France, even though it was printed in Germany. The stamp is from the French “Sower” (La Semeuse) series, first issued in the early 20th century. The message on the card, translated from French reads: “Guess who is sending this to you.” SOLD
This vintage real photo features a cute little girl with sparkling eyes. Her smile is infectious. She must have been a spark plug. The postcard was published by NPG (“Neue Photographische Gesellschaft” as part of a series (no.721/3). The card has a Belgian stamp and is postmarked in the Belgian town of Petit-Fays. The postmark year is 1908. SOLD
An adorable little girl wearing a frilly dress is the star of this vintage real photo postcard. She is absolutely adorable as she flashes a wide smile and holds a bouquet of roses (?) aloft. Beside the darling child is a basket of flowers. The postcard was published by E. A. Schwerdtfeger & Co. (EAS) and was part of a series (no. 04721/5). The publisher was established in 1894 and expanded in 1920 when the company took over the publishing department of NPG. EAS had offices in Berlin and London. SOLD
This vintage real photo postcard features French stage and film star, Marcelle Yrven (1877-1954). Miss Yrven is pretty and photogenic. Her IMDb filmography reports that she was in thirteen films between 1925 and 1942. She also appeared in many theater productions between 1898 and 1935. This postcard is hand colored. The card was published in Germany by NPG (Neue Photographische Gesellschaft) as part of a series (no.435/3). A. G. Steglitz is also listed as a publisher. The postcard is an “Oranotypie” and was published in 1904. An oranotype is a trade name for a type of glossy real photo postcard published by NPG. The company was a leading bromide photo printing company for many years.at the beginning of the 20th century. SOLD
This vintage postcard features a pretty young woman with lots of flowers. She is wearing a few of these flowers in her hair. Note the detail of the flowers. The dark haired postcard model has a woderful smile. This postcard was published by NPG (“Neue Photographische Gesellschaft” as part of a series (No.1622). The postcard is in very good condition (see scans).
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The young man looking sharp in his crisp military uniform is Prince Joachim Franz Humbert of Prussia (1890-1920). He was the sixth child of Wilhelm II, the German Emperor. His mother was Augusta Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein. In 1916, officials in Ireland gave thought to giving the throne to Prince Joachim with the idea that Ireland would be safer a German King if Germany were to win World War I. Prince Joachim was also considered as a possible candidate to the Georgian throne after its independence following the Russian Revolution of 1917. The Prince held the rank of 2nd Lieutenant in the 1st Regiment of Foot Guards. He held over thirty honors awarded by several nations. His awards included the Iron Cross from Germany. In 1916, Joachim married Princess Marie-Auguste of Anhalt (1898-1983). The couple had one son, Prince Karl Franz Josef Wilhelm Friedrich Eduard Paul (1916-1975). They may have had only one child, but they used enough first names to cover six more sons. I suppose that is a liberty reserved for royalty. Joachim became a commoner when his father abdicated the thrown. He became very depressed and committed suicide by gunshot in 1920. He was only 29 years old at the time of is death. It is believed that he had significant financial woes that added to his depression. Prior to his death, he divorced his wife, which likely led to further mood problems. This real photo postcard was published by “NPG” (Neue Photographische Gesellschaft) as part of a series (no.4954). The company was a leading bromide photo printing company for many years. The photographer was Ernst Sandau (1880-1918). He was born in Sweden and died in Germany. Some believe that he may have been killed in World War I. Sandau operated a studio in Berlin, Germany and was active between 1912 and 1918. His son, Ernst Jr., was also a photographer. SOLD
This German vintage risque real photo postcard features a pretty buxom young woman wearing a feathered purple hat. This photograph is meant to titillate. The woman is voluptuous. This photographic portrait was published by NPG (Germany) as part of a series (No.749/6). This postcard’s photograph has been hand tinted. SOLD
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