Vintage Madeleine Carroll "Alfred Hitchcock" Actress Hancolored Real Photo Postcard - Colourgraph Series No. C 97a - Fox
Adorn your collection with this exquisite vintage photo postcard featuring the elegant British film star, Madeleine Carroll!
This is an original postcard from the renowned "Colourgraph Series," numbered C 97a, showcasing a captivating hand-coloured portrait of Madeleine Carroll. Celebrated for her sophisticated beauty and charming performances, Carroll achieved international stardom in both British and Hollywood cinema, notably in Alfred Hitchcock's early thrillers. This image beautifully captures her refined grace and striking features, enhanced by the subtle and artistic hand-colouring. The inclusion of a vibrant bouquet of flowers adds to the card's visual appeal. The front of the postcard clearly states "MADELEINE CARROLL" and "FOX," indicating her association with the major Hollywood studio.
The reverse side confirms it's a "POST CARD" of "British Production" and, crucially, states "This is a Handcoloured Real Photograph." This means it's an actual photographic print that has been meticulously hand-tinted, a popular and artistic method of the era that gives the card its unique and vivid character, distinguishing it from standard printed cards. It also includes "Colourgraph Series, 85, Long Acre, London, W.C." confirming its British publication.
This postcard is in excellent vintage condition, showing minimal signs of wear consistent with its age. It is unused, with the "Correspondence" and "Address to be written here" sections blank, making it an ideal collector's item or a truly beautiful decorative piece.
Details:
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Actress: Madeleine Carroll
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Series: Colourgraph Series
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Card Number: C 97a
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Studio: Fox
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Origin: British Production
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Type: Handcoloured Real Photograph Post Card
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition (unused)
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Dimensions: Standard postcard size (approx. 5.5" x 3.5" / 14cm x 9cm)
A magnificent find for collectors of vintage Hollywood and British cinema memorabilia, Alfred Hitchcock fans, or anyone who appreciates the unique artistry of hand-coloured photographs and the timeless glamour of a bygone era.
Don't miss this opportunity to own a rare and enchanting piece of Madeleine Carroll's sophisticated cinematic legacy!
📬 Ships securely in a protective sleeve and rigid mailer.
