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Description
Original Vintage 1964 Baccarat Crystal Advertising / Display Photograph
Original black-and-white vintage photograph documenting an elaborate Baccarat crystal retail/display installation, hand-dated January 14, 1964.
The photograph presents an exceptionally detailed period display featuring Baccarat crystal and decorative tableware arranged against a dramatic theatrical backdrop. The BACCARAT name is incorporated prominently across the base of the installation.
A fascinating surviving piece of 1960s luxury advertising, retail display and decorative-arts history, with appeal across several collecting areas: Baccarat and French crystal, vintage advertising photography, Mid-Century Modern design, visual merchandising, luxury retail history, interior/display design and original vintage photography.
Details:
Original period black-and-white photographic print
Hand-dated Jan. 14, 1964
Baccarat name clearly visible in the original display
Period display featuring crystal, tableware and decorative objects
Original handwritten notation/date retained on lower margin
Reverse is largely blank, as photographed
Unframed
Sold as an original physical photograph — not a modern reproduction
Measurements: 10" x 8"
The photograph shows age consistent with an original piece from the period, including some edge/corner wear, surface marks and age-related discoloration. Please examine all photographs carefully, including the detailed close-ups and reverse, as they form an important part of the condition description.
ARCHIVE PROVENANCE:
This photograph comes from a substantial original archive of approximately 200 vintage commercial/display photographs, many documenting Baccarat installations and luxury decorative-arts displays over a period of years. The archive has remained together in period albums with handwritten dates and identifying notations. Additional photographs from the archive will be offered separately.
An unusual opportunity for collectors of Baccarat, French crystal, Mid-Century Modern design, vintage advertising, retail/window-display history, decorative arts and original commercial photography.
The item pictured is the exact photograph the buyer will receive.
