A charming mid-century postcard depicting a couple in the traditional 'Bunad' or folk costume of Agdenes, Norway. The beautifully detailed illustration shows a young woman in a bridal crown and ornate red dress seated on a bench, while her companion stands beside her, against a picturesque backdrop of a fjord and mountains.

This card is a 'Norske Bunadkort' (Norwegian Bunad Card), number 29 in a celebrated series by the Oslo-based publisher Carl Normann Kunstforlag, identifiable by the 'CN' monogram. The vibrant colour printing and sweet, stylised artwork are characteristic of the 1950s. These cards were created to celebrate and document the rich diversity of Norway's regional dress.

As an unwritten and unposted example, the postcard is in very good condition, perfect for a collector. It's a wonderful piece of social history, capturing the mid-century pride in Norwegian cultural heritage and folk traditions. A desirable item for collectors of costume, Scandinavian history, or the Carl Normann series.

• Era: Circa 1950s
• Dating: Mid-20th century, likely c.1950s, based on the art style, divided back, and publisher's series 'Norske Bunadkort'.
• Origin: Norway
• Publisher: Carl Normann Kunstforlag
• Subject: Traditional Norwegian Bunad costumes, Agdenes
• Condition: Very good; unused, clean, with only very slight corner softness.
• Collectibility: Highly collectible for enthusiasts of Scandinavian folk costumes (Bunad) and collectors of the Carl Normann Kunstforlag series. Its excellent, unused condition adds to its appeal.

A one-of-a-kind unwritten postcard from the archive of The Museum of Written Postcards. Sold as-is, sent in a protective sleeve by first-class post.

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