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René Gruau Portrait Prints

French, 1909-2004
René Gruau, an Italian-born artist who made his name in Paris and New York as an illustrator for fashion houses, women's magazines, nightclubs and ballet companies. René Gruau astounds us simply by the immensity of his work, his modernity, his simplicity and his utter elegance. He is a virtuoso performer of the greatest names in fashion, the most prestigious brands, the most colourful shows. but the artist has the elegance to stay behind his works. His talent and his highly personal style shine through... In the 1990's there were exhibitions of his work in Germany, Japan, Monaco and France. The largest retrospective was organized by the Advertising Museum in Paris in 1999. It was called, simply, ''Passionately Gruau.''
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Artist: René Gruau
Original Formidable! - Bal du Moulin Rouge Paris vintage cabaret poster
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Original Moulin Rouge - Striking small-format vintage poster by Rene Gruau. Archival linen-backed and in excellent condition, ready to frame. Bright, vibrant colors. Grade A. Celebrate the electric allure of Parisian nightlife with this authentic René Gruau poster made for the Moulin Rouge. In flowing ribbons of red and a bold splash of inky black, Gruau captures the can-can's motion in a memorable silhouette. Elegant, striking, and unmistakably Paris, this piece makes a perfect addition to any collection of fashion, advertising, or mid-century graphic art. The legendary Moulin Rouge poster...
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1980s American Modern René Gruau Portrait Prints

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Offset

Original "Frou Frou" Centre de L Affiche French fashion poster Rene Gruau
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Original French poster of Rene Gruau's Frou Frou. Centre de L"Affiche; Mairie de Toulouse. Mai and Juin 2002. Gruau a.k.a. RENATO DE ZAVAGLI. This original French poster of Rene ...
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Early 2000s Feminist René Gruau Portrait Prints

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Offset

Original "Rimini" vintage poster woman on beach holding the sun
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Original vintage travel poster for the city of Rimini by the poster artist Rene Gruau. Size: 27.25" x 39". Excellent condition. Paper. An original poster was created for the cit...
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1990s American Modern René Gruau Portrait Prints

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Offset

Original Panache Lido French Cabaret linen-backed vintage poster
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Original Lido poster: Panache - La Nouvelle Revue du Lido - Champs-Élysées, Paris.Artist: Rene Gruau. Archival linen backed and ready to frame. Step ...
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1980s Art Deco René Gruau Portrait Prints

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Offset

Hommage a Christian Dior original French vintage fashion poster
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Original vintage French poster: Christian Dior Homage. (Homage à Christian Dior) Artist: Rene Gruau. Mint condition Original. Size: 15.75" x 24" Very fine condition; read...
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1980s American Realist René Gruau Portrait Prints

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Offset

Original Bravissimo Lido Paris Cabaret vintage poster small format poster
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Original Bravissimo Lido (Small format), artist Rene Gruau. Size: 15.5" x 23.5". Archival linen-backed vintage original French cabaret poster, ready to frame. “Bravissimo” was ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern René Gruau Portrait Prints

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Cindy Crawford, Super Model - Original lithograph (Mourlot)
By René Gruau
Located in Paris, IDF
Rene GRUAU Cindy Crawford, Super Model Original lithograph (Mourlot workshop) Printed signature in the plate Numbered in pencil / 400 On Arches vellum 72 ...
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Late 20th Century Modern René Gruau Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Hommage a Christian Dior original French vintage fashion poster
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Original vintage French poster: Christian Dior Homage. (Homage à Christian Dior) Artist: Rene Gruau. Mint condition Original. Size: 15.75" x 24" Very fine condition; read...
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1980s American Realist René Gruau Portrait Prints

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Offset

L Homme a Femmes, Signed Pop Art Lithograph by Rene Gruau
By René Gruau
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Rene Gruau, Italian (1909 - 2004) Title: L'Homme a Femmes Year: circa 1970 Medium: Lithograph, signed and dedicated to Marcel (Salinas) in pencil Image Size: 17 x 12.5 inches...
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1970s Art Nouveau René Gruau Portrait Prints

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Hommage a Christian Dior original French vintage fashion poster
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Original vintage French poster: Christian Dior Homage. (Homage à Christian Dior) Artist: Rene Gruau. Mint condition Original. Size: 15.75" x 24" Very fine condition; read...
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Hommage a Christian Dior original French vintage fashion poster
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Original vintage French poster: Christian Dior Homage. (Homage à Christian Dior) Artist: Rene Gruau. Mint condition Original. Size: 15.75" x 24" Very fine condition; read...
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Gruau Centre de l Affiche original serigraph poster
By René Gruau
Located in Spokane, WA
Centre de L'Affiche Gruau, Toulouse, France. Artist: Rene Gruau (1910 - 2004). Size 15.5" x 26". Serigraph; acid free archival linen backed; excellent condition ready to frame...
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Woman in a Black Hat, Signed Lithograph by Rene Gruau
By René Gruau
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Rene Gruau, Italian (1909 - 2004) Title: Woman in a Black Hat Year: circa 1970 Medium: Lithograph on Japon, signed and dedicated in pencil Image Size: 19 x 19 inches Frame: 2...
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René Gruau portrait prints for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic René Gruau portrait prints available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by René Gruau in lithograph, offset print, screen print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 20th century and is mostly associated with the modern style. Not every interior allows for large René Gruau portrait prints, so small editions measuring 16 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Jules Chéret, Marie Laurencin, and Charles Paul Renouard. René Gruau portrait prints prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $295 and tops out at $1,500, while the average work can sell for $1,294.