L'Alsacienne was a French biscuit brand known for its packaging, which showcased a young girl named Sophie from the Alsace region, dressed in a traditional provincial costume. Her image served as a reminder to the French of their province, which had been ceded to Germany in 1871 after the Franco-Prussian War, returned to France after World War I, occupied by the Germans during World War II, and ultimately restored to France once again.

Year: c.1960

Dimensions: 160cm x 120cm

Materials/Media: Original lithograph, linen backed