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Bernard Buffet1988 Original exhibition poster for the Bernard Buffet show Kabuki1988
1988
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This striking original exhibition poster was created for the Bernard Buffet show Kabuki, held at the Galerie Maurice Garnier in Paris from February 4 to March 26, 1988. A rare and atmospheric piece, it showcases the French expressionist’s intense fascination with the theatricality and symbolism of Japanese Kabuki theatre.
The central image features two dramatic Kabuki figures in stylized traditional robes, rendered in Buffet’s unmistakable graphic style—angular lines, stark contrasts, and somber, mask-like faces. The elongated limbs and exaggerated expressions exemplify Buffet’s signature approach to the human form, while the intricate detailing of the costumes reveals his respect for the cultural richness of Kabuki performance.
This poster is more than a simple exhibition announcement—it is a work of art in its own right, reflecting a unique cultural dialogue between East and West. Printed in bold black with elegant gold typography, it captures the refinement of the Galerie Maurice Garnier and the theatrical elegance of the subject.
An exceptional piece for collectors of Bernard Buffet, theatrical art, or vintage French exhibition posters.
Exhibition - Theater - Japan
- Creator:Bernard Buffet (1928 - 1999, French)
- Creation Year:1988
- Dimensions:Height: 63 in (160 cm)Width: 47.25 in (120 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:Good condition, slight creases, small tears, traces of tape.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792217231672
Bernard Buffet
Bernard Buffet was born on July 10, 1928, in Paris. He was a French painter of Expressionism and a member of the anti-abstract art group L'homme Témoin. He studied art at the École Nationale supérieure des Beaux-Arts and worked in the studio of the painter Eugène Narbonne. Buffet died on October 4, 1999, in Tourtour, France.
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