【Item No. J001】 A set of two portrait photographs of a boy taken in a German photography studio in the late 1800s to early 1900s. A "carte de visite" (CdV) is French for "visiting card." Specifically, it refers to a small card with a portrait photograph mounted on a cardboard backing, which became widespread in France and other parts of Europe in the 19th century. These were typically the size of a calling card and were exchanged as introductions or souvenirs in social and business settings. These are real photos from the time, including the backing. They are perfect for antique and vintage collections, junk journals, scrapbooks, or for framing and displaying as interior decor in a shop. They can also be used as collage materials for art projects. This is a one-of-a-kind item. Returns are not accepted. If you would like to see a larger view of the photos, please let me know in the comments. We plan to list many more cartes de visite in the future. ※ Please note that these paper products are over 100 years old and show signs of aging such as stains, discoloration, fading, small scratches, and wear. We recommend purchase for those accustomed to antiques and brocante. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about the fine details or if you are a first-time buyer. ※ Shipping will be via Yu-Packet Post Mini.