Sunday, March 18, 2012

Marlene to Charley-Netherlands

October 1867
Dear Charley-What a pleasant surprise to receive the photo carte of you in the post. it is a most agreeable photograph. I have decided to respond in kind by sending you a photo of myself taken while in Switzerland. our plan was to travel to the Netherlands to consult with the royal family, but the trip was cancelled because of an avalance in Switzerland which buried the railroad racks. By the time we were rescued from the train, we had to return to the studio in Paris as we have (I have) many dresses to stitch before the holiday season begins. I am most anxious to get back to the investigation of the cupboard's contents but must get all the sewing finished first. Marlene

11 comments:

  1. love the two photos you have used in the last two cards, something so wonderful about old photographs.

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  2. You have got me hooked! I just love old photographs and you bring them to life.

    Janet xx

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  3. I always thought the people on those old photographs looked so grumpy but a story behind it they seem warmer all of a sudden... Well done!!! ♥

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  4. I luuuurve these old photographs, just found one of hubby's Great-great grandmother, so fascinating :D XXX

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  5. Beautiful photograph! The back of your card as such an authentic looking vintage feel to it.

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  6. Love the photos, it has all become more personal. Great job aging the cards.
    Jen x

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  7. Marlene is quite beautiful. Too bad they were stuck in an avalanche. I was wondering what they would get up to in the Netherlands. The cupboard mystery remains!

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  8. Lovely photo! the aging of your card gives it such a great look! M

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