Imperial German Postcard King Maximilian Joseph I Bavaria Royalty Portrait

Offered is an original vintage German commemorative portrait postcard featuring King Maximilian I Joseph of Bavaria (1756–1825), the first King of Bavaria, who ruled from 1806 until his death in 1825.

This attractive historical postcard features a finely detailed, engraving-style portrait of the Bavarian monarch wearing formal period clothing, including a decorated coat with orders and insignia.

Below the portrait is the German inscription:

“Maximilian Joseph I. König von Bayern”

Translation: “Maximilian Joseph I, King of Bavaria.”

Historical Background:

Maximilian I Joseph was one of the most important rulers in Bavarian history. Originally Elector of Bavaria, he became the first King of Bavaria on January 1, 1806, during the Napoleonic era.

His reign witnessed major political and administrative reforms, the modernization of Bavaria, and the establishment of the Kingdom of Bavaria as a significant German state.

Postcard Details:

• Original vintage German historical portrait postcard.
• Depicts King Maximilian I Joseph of Bavaria.
• Beautiful sepia-toned engraved portrait reproduction.
• Decorative oval portrait with finely detailed background.
• German royal inscription beneath the illustration.
• Publisher: Verlag J. Windhager, München (Munich).
• Publisher’s number: 136.
• Unused divided back with printed address lines and stamp box.
• No writing, postage stamps, or postal cancellations.

Condition:

Original vintage condition with minor age-related toning and light corner and edge wear. The detailed portrait remains sharp and attractive. The reverse is clean and unused.

Please examine both photographs for exact condition.

An excellent addition to any collection of German royalty, Bavarian history, Imperial German postcards, European monarchs, Napoleonic-era history, antique portraits, or historical German postcards.

The original postcard pictured is the exact item you will receive.

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