Cousin and Cousine — Scene of a Marriage Proposal — Birtel, Publisher Toulouse, No. 5205

Description

Illustration of a cousin kneeling, with a pleading expression, asking the hand of his seated cousin, who holds flowers and looks at him mischievously. Printed text at the bottom: « II. — From his pleading and questioning look, it is certain that the promised reward is delayed. The cousin, with the flowers given, mockingly teases her cousin. » Reverse: warning text about correspondence on the front, postmark and cancellation not visible.