1930s French Advertisement

Recently, we came across a fascinating French advertisement from the 1930s featuring the Boob Washer—a peculiar device marketed as a machine for washing and massaging breasts. Featured in a catalogue of erotic household items. A fascinating glimpse into the past!

Restoring the Past

A 1930s French Advertisement Brought Back to Life

Assessing the Damage

The image we found online was a low-resolution, heavily compressed JPEG with significant grain, noise, and artifacts. Additionally, heavy compression had introduced blocky distortions, making the restoration process more challenging. Our first step was to upscale and enhance the image using specialised AI-driven tools to recover as much detail as possible before beginning manual restoration.

1930s French Advertisement

Cleaning and Repairing the Image

Using advanced photo restoration techniques, we began by meticulously removing JPEG artifacts, noise, and other distortions.

Enhancing Contrast and Sharpness

Once the cleaning was complete, we adjusted the contrast and sharpness to bring out the finer details that had been lost due to the image’s low resolution. This step was crucial in reviving the intricate line work and typography used in the advertisement. By enhancing these elements, we ensured that the final image retained the authentic look and feel of a 1930s print.

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The Colourisation Process

With the image fully restored, we embarked on the colourisation process. Since the original advertisement was in black and white, we carefully applied soft skin tones, ensuring a natural yet vibrant look for the illustrated figure.

The Final Result

The end product was a beautifully restored and colourised version of this unique piece of history. The details were crisp, the text legible, and the colours reminiscent of classic French advertisements from the early 20th century. Our work not only revived the image but also gave it a new lease on life, allowing future generations to appreciate this quirky glimpse into the past.

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