First World War Silk Embroidered Postcard from Gunner LATHLEAN

1916
Overview

Silk embroidered postcard with embossed cardboard border and backing. Design on front of pink flowers and blue inscription of “To the dear ones at home”.

Historical information

Sent home from France during 1st World War by Gunner William Clymo LATHLEAN 12201 Field Artillery Brigade 6 Reinforcements 3

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-12-2008.2.4
Item type
Width
138 mm
Height or length
88 mm
Inscriptions and markings

Embroidered on front "To the dear ones at home"

Place made
Paris
France

Stamp on reverse of card "PARIS DEPOSE" "Fabrication Francaise"
Year
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Object’s condition or completeness
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Well provenanced
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First World War silk postcard
First World War silk postcard
First World War silk postcard

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