Dimensions: approx. 3 1/2 X 5 5/8 inches
Photographer/Publisher: No. 533. Picturegoer Series, 88 Long Acre, London. Photo: Dorothy Wilding
Condition: In decent condition for age. Please check our images.
Text: Elissa Landi
Addressee: n/a
Internal notes: QC passed
The antique Elissa Landi real photo postcard immediately takes you back to the golden age of cinema and glamour, where beauty and sophistication graced every screen. As you hold this postcard in your hand, picture yourself in a plush, dimly lit theatre of the 1930s, surrounded by the hum of anticipation as the projector clicks to life. Elissa Landi, with her luminous gaze and refined elegance, epitomises the timeless allure of Hollywood’s golden era. This postcard, a piece of tangible history, connects you directly to that enchanting world, immortalising her charm through the lens of Dorothy Wilding, one of the era’s most iconic photographers.
The Picturegoer Series, renowned for their exquisite portrayal of cinema’s finest, captures not just a photograph but an intimate essence of stardom. You can almost feel the adoration of fans who might have once treasured this very postcard, their admiration etched into the fibres of the paper. Imagine it displayed in a vintage collector’s cabinet or framed in your study, sparking conversations about the artistry and legacy of early film photography. The soft sepia tones and the meticulous details evoke a nostalgia that transports you to a world where every photograph carried the weight of dreams.
Owning this piece isn’t just about possessing a photograph; it’s about preserving a legacy, a story, and a cultural artefact. Each glance at Elissa Landi’s serene expression reminds you of the resilience of art and beauty amidst the trials of history. For the discerning collector, this postcard isn’t merely memorabilia—it’s a time machine, a bridge to an era that continues to inspire and captivate.
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