Louis Jourdan – Original Signed Vanguard Studio Publicity Postcard – c. 1949 Original black-and-white publicity postcard featuring French actor Louis Jourdan, issued by Vanguard Studio in Culver City, California. The postcard was mailed from the United States to Belgium in July 1949 as a response to a fan request. The postcard bears a handwritten dedication reading "Sincerely", followed by a Louis Jourdan signature in black ink. The ink sits visibly on top of the photographic surface and displays natural line variation and pen pressure, consistent with a hand-signed autograph rather than a printed facsimile. Please note that authentication cannot be guaranteed based on photographs alone. The reverse shows: Culver City, California postmark – July 1949 Originally mailed to Berchem (Antwerp), Belgium Published by Vanguard Studio, Culver City, California Condition Good vintage condition. Light signs of age and postal handling consistent with its age. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed impression of the condition. Details Original Vanguard Studio photographic postcard Circa 1949 Approx. 14 × 9 cm Handwritten dedication and signature in black ink No Certificate of Authenticity (COA) Offered as an original Hollywood memorabilia collectible. About Louis Jourdan Louis Jourdan (1921–2015) was a celebrated French actor best known for portraying sophisticated, charming leading men in Hollywood films of the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. Among his best-known performances are: Gigi (1958) – as Gaston Lachaille, his most iconic role. Letter from an Unknown Woman (1948) – the classic romantic drama directed by Max Ophüls. The Paradine Case (1947) – Alfred Hitchcock's courtroom drama starring Gregory Peck. Madame Bovary (1949) – based on Gustave Flaubert's famous novel. Three Coins in the Fountain (1954). The V.I.P.s (1963), alongside Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Count Dracula (BBC, 1977), in the title role. Octopussy (1983), where he portrayed the Bond villain Kamal Khan.