“Salome” by K. Sichulski
This postcard features “Salome,” an artwork by K. Sichulski, depicting the biblical and literary figure in profile wearing an ornate jeweled headdress. The artwork is signed within the image with the date ’08, and the title “Salome” appears beneath the illustration.
The reverse includes Polish and French copyright text and identifies the publisher as:
Lwowskie Wydawnictwo Kart Artystycznych
L. P. Lwów 1
“Naśladownictwo zastrzeżone.”
“Tous droits réservé.”
This postcard reproduces “Salome,” an artwork by K. Sichulski. Salome has been a recurring subject in art, literature, and theater for centuries, often portrayed wearing elaborate costume and jewelry inspired by biblical and historical themes. During the early twentieth century, publishers throughout Central and Eastern Europe produced high-quality art postcards that allowed collectors and travelers to own affordable reproductions of well-known works by regional artists.
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Pre-owned postcard in vintage condition. There is pencil writing on the reverse. Please examine the scans carefully for the actual condition of the postcard. Be sure to use eBay’s magnifier/zoom feature to inspect edge wear, corner wear, creases, surface wear, writing, stains, paper loss, album residue, toning, and any other imperfections before purchasing.
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