1914 French Dragons Cavalry Soldier Military Postcard by Maurice Toussaint

$ 10.56

Region: Western Europe Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Occasion: Military Theme: Historical Military Uniforms Subject: Military Cavalry Soldier Era: Early 20th Century Time Period Manufactured: 1910s Country: France Continent: Europe Country of Origin: France Type: Illustrated Postcard

Description

1914 French Dragons Cavalry Soldier Military Postcard by Maurice Toussaint. This vintage postcard depicts a detailed illustration of a mounted French Dragons cavalry soldier from 1914, created by artist Maurice Toussaint. The soldier is shown in full traditional uniform, complete with a helmet adorned with a red plume and a lance with a small red and white flag. The horse is realistically rendered with careful attention to the tack and saddle details. This postcard is part of the 'Série III,' numbered 9, published by Les Éditions Militaires Illustrées in France, as indicated on the reverse side.Printed in France, this original military postcard reflects early 20th-century European military history and uniforms, making it an excellent collectible for enthusiasts of military memorabilia, historical postcards, and French history. The card's production style is typical of illustrated postcards of the era, featuring a hand-colored look that highlights the soldier and horse against a simple background. Its collectible value is enhanced by the artist signature and the publisher's imprint, signaling its authenticity and historical significance.