Absinthe Robette Postcards, Set of 10

Absinthe Robette Postcards, Set of 10This postcard is a reproduction of a classic absinthe poster once popular over 100 years ago. The original posters were typically quite large and colorful. This well known design features an advertisement for Robette absinthe. The iconic absinthe image features Henri Privat Livemont's famous scantly clad woman lifting a glass of absinthe up as to give thanks to a higher power. The 1896 artwork is a wonderful example of classic Art Nouveau. The back of

The correct technique in using the carafe to make an absinthe is to pour the water slowly

This unusual mouth-blown carafe was inspired by similar pieces found in bars and bistros throughout France and Europe in the late 19th century

as in a traditional French/Swiss absinthe ritual

This high-quality stainless steel absinthe spoon holds the sugar cube while preparing a traditional French or Swiss absinthe

if three light blue-rimmed saucers (as shown above) were stacked

The small bells surrounding the cross represent Switzerland's 22 cantons

while ordinary "strike on box" kitchen matches are made to be struck on the side of their box

but the difference is that this one has a flatter surface

which are highly sought after by collectors and difficult to find

the amount of water can vary from a slow drip to a gentle stream

The black line bordering the image above is used only as a reference for what the poster would look like

Wittels and Breaux create a unique perspective into the world of absinthe