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Circa 1950 Original poster for brands of Puros Habanos - Cigar

Circa 1950

A joyful nod to mid-century advertising, this circa 1950 original poster for Gilles Lamarche tobacco products is a brilliant example of playful commercial design from post-war France. Set against a radiant sky blue background, the poster features a large stylized tobacco leaf cleverly illustrated as a laughing face, complete with a pipe in its mouth and a makeshift hat drawn from smoke or charcoal strokes. The whimsical expression and bold colors immediately catch the eye, embodying the optimistic tone of the era's promotional art. The inscription reads: “Tabacs pour la pipe et la cigarette – Gilles Lamarche” (“Tobaccos for pipe and cigarette”), communicating both the product and its versatility with light-hearted charm. Designed by Cré Art...

This circa 1900 Art Nouveau advertising poster, designed by Peruvian-born artist Daniel Hernández, is a stunning example of early 20th-century luxury brand marketing. Created for JOB cigarette rolling papers, the advertisement reflects the era’s elegant aesthetics and sophisticated lifestyle appeal. The slogan, "Fumar el papel JOB o dejar de fumar" ("Smoke JOB paper or stop smoking"), emphasizes the brand’s prestige and superior quality, making it seem indispensable for tobacco connoisseurs. The artwork features a sensual and dreamlike composition, characteristic of the Belle Époque. A radiant red-haired woman, partially draped in sheer fabric, lounges in a relaxed pose, smiling seductively as she delicately holds a lit cigarette. The soft pastels, golden hues, and fluid lines create a warm, ethereal atmosphere, reinforcing the romantic and luxurious associations of the JOB brand. The swirling wisps of smoke, artistically integrated into the design, echo the organic, flowing forms typical of Art Nouveau illustration. The ornate green decorative border further enhances the visual richness, framing the central figure like a jewel in an exquisite setting. At the turn of the century, tobacco advertising was at its peak, and brands relied on opulent, aspirational imagery to captivate consumers. JOB, a French rolling paper company founded in the 1830s, became known for collaborating with renowned artists to create highly collectible posters. This particular piece, executed with remarkable softness and luminosity, reflects Hernández’s mastery of portraiture and classical technique, which he refined during his studies in Europe. His ability to capture the sensuality and grace of the female form made him a sought-after artist for both fine art and commercial illustration. Beyond its commercial function, this poster is an important example of the fusion between fine art and advertising, a defining feature of Art Nouveau poster design. It demonstrates how companies in the early 20th century elevated advertising into an art form, commissioning celebrated painters to craft exquisite promotional imagery. Today, original JOB posters...

A vibrant explosion of color, lettering, and 1960s subculture energy, this original 1967 poster by Rick Griffin is a brilliant example of the artist’s unmistakable psychedelic style....

Original vintage travel poster realised by Morell in 1950 for the Spanish national office of tourism. Tourism - Spain Seix y Barral

Advertising poster, Miguel de Morales y Morales (etc.), Jerez de la Frontera. Cardboard. Valencia, first half of the 20th century. Advertising poster made in Valencia by LIt. S. Dur...

Advertising poster, Guerra y Ruiz, Exporters of Cognac-Style Wines and Sherry Brandy (…), Jerez de la Frontera. Cardboard. Valencia, Spain, first half of the 20th century. It has m...

Koninklijke Nederlandsche Sigaren-Fabriek P. van den Arend, Rotterdam - 60x75 incl. original wooden frame, circa 1900 by Anonymous.

Advertising poster, J. Leña Rendón & Co. Warehousemen and Exporters of Fine Wines and Cognacs, Jerez de la Frontera. Cardboard. Valencia, Spain, first half of the 20th century. Adve...