Postcard portrait of a girl, ethnography, early 20th century (M9496)

Catalog number: M9496

Old portrait of a girl - black and white ethnographic postcard, early 20th century

An old black and white postcard with a portrait of a young girl in ceremonial attire. The picture is probably from the early 20th century, it captures in detail the period hairstyle, dress with decorative lace and a breastplate. This is a photographic postcard, the back is blank, slightly dirty in places and shows signs of age. The size of a classic small format. Ideal for a collection of ethnographic and historical postcards, documenting period costumes and portraits.

The text description is for guidance only and may not always be 100% accurate - what you see in the photos is what matters.