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Original circa 1950 poster by Brun for the SNCF - La Savoie - Mont blanc
Located in PARIS, FR
An icon of postwar French travel promotion, this original circa 1950 poster was commissioned by SNCF (Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français) to celebrate the breathtaking bea...
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1950s More Prints
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Original 1932 aquarelle titled Le Candidat et les Électeurs by F. Robbe
Located in PARIS, FR
A whimsical and pointed piece of political satire, this original 1932 aquarelle titled Le Candidat et les Électeurs ("The Candidate and the Voters") by F. Robbe transforms the political stage into a witty animal allegory.
Drawn in expressive black ink and watercolor wash, the scene depicts a parrot—perched high, wearing a top hat, and clutching a rolled-up speech—addressing an eager flock of birds below. With beaks open wide, the ‘electors’ appear to hang on every word of the charismatic, if cartoonish, orator. It's a visual metaphor brimming with irony, capturing the timeless performance of politics: showmanship, repetition, and the crowd’s fervor.
Signed “F. Robbe, 32”, this work encapsulates the interwar period’s sharp sense of humor and skepticism toward authority. Its monochrome palette only enhances the theatrical drama and expressive character design, reminiscent of 19th-century French caricature artists like Daumier or Grandville, yet rendered in a distinctly 20th-century modernist spirit.
Measuring small in size but large in statement, this is a rare surviving piece of illustrated political commentary. Whether you're drawn to its historical charm, anthropomorphic cleverness, or satirical tone, this little gem remains a delightful reflection on democratic rituals—and their absurdities.
A unique acquisition for collectors of early 20th-century illustration, political art, or vintage French ephemera...
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1930s Abstract Paintings
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Paper, Watercolor
Art Nouveau postcard, created around 1900 by Alphonse Mucha - January
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in PARIS, FR
This exquisite Art Nouveau postcard, created around 1900 by Alphonse Mucha, features the month of January (Janvier) in a poetic and dreamlike composition. Mucha, renowned for his ele...
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Early 20th Century More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Original 1972 poster for The Freedom Riders - Film by Bruce Dowse
Located in PARIS, FR
A cult artifact of 1970s counterculture and surf cinema, this original 1972 poster for The Freedom Riders captures the spirit of rebellion, freedom, and sensuality that defined the e...
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1970s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1850 original chromolithograph - vitraux (stained glass)
Located in PARIS, FR
"Vitraux Pl. 88" is a circa 1850 original chromolithograph, a stunning example of mid-19th-century decorative arts printing. This plate comes from an important series devoted to vitr...
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1850s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
“Guitarra y Clarinette” is a 1990 original poster - Juan Gris
By Juan Gris
Located in PARIS, FR
“Guitarra y Clarinette” is a 1990 original poster, published by Silvio Zamorani Editore in Turin, after the iconic 1920 painting by Spanish Cubist master Juan Gris. This authorized e...
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1990s More Prints
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Paper, Screen
Allegorische Frauengestalten Circa 1900 Original print by Privat-Livemont
By Georges Henri Privat-Livemont
Located in PARIS, FR
“Allegorische Frauengestalten – Darstellung Weiblicher Handarbeiten” is a breathtaking circa 1900 original lithograph by renowned Belgian Art Nouveau artist Privat-Livemont. This ele...
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Early 1900s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Original 1920s poster for Belga-cars, a Belgian transport company to Lourdes
Located in PARIS, FR
"Belga-Cars – Lourdes, les Pyrénées vous attendent" is a striking original travel and transport poster from around 1940, capturing the spirit of European postwar tourism and pilgrima...
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1920s Prints and Multiples
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Paper, Lithograph, Linen
“FYN – Denmark” illustrated original travel poster from 1957
Located in PARIS, FR
“FYN – Denmark” is a beautifully illustrated original travel poster from 1957, created by Danish artist Gustav Hjortlund. This captivating piece celebrates the island of Fyn (Funen)—...
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1950s More Prints
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1985 original poster by Ronald Searle - Public hygiene campaign in Paris
By Ronald Searle
Located in PARIS, FR
“Vous trouverez sûrement un moyen de lui apprendre le caniveau” is a charming and satirical original poster from circa 1985, commissioned by the Mairie de Paris as part of its public...
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1980s More Prints
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Paper
Original 1992 exhibition poster titled “Les Dubuffet de Dubuffet” MAMAc Nice
By Jean Dubuffet
Located in PARIS, FR
This original 1992 exhibition poster titled “Les Dubuffet de Dubuffet” was created to promote a major retrospective of Jean Dubuffet’s work, held at the Musée d'Art Moderne et d'Art ...
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1990s More Prints
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Paper
Circa 1980 original advertising poster Nescafe “Destination Liberté”
Located in PARIS, FR
This circa 1980 original advertising poster titled “Destination Liberté” was created for Nescafé, one of the world’s most recognized coffee brands, and designed by Cath. Doutreligne....
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1980s More Prints
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Paper
Circa 1967 original poster announces La Caravelle d
Or - Chatelet Marcel Lamy
Located in PARIS, FR
This circa 1967 original poster announces La Caravelle d'Or, a grand operetta starring the iconic Luis Mariano, held at the prestigious Théâtre du Châtelet under the direction of Mar...
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1960s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
1977 original poster for La Belle de Cadix at the Théâtre Mogador - Luis Mariano
Located in PARIS, FR
This 1977 original poster for La Belle de Cadix at the Théâtre Mogador (Théâtre Henri Varna) is a vibrant tribute to one of France’s most beloved operettas and its iconic performer, ...
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1970s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
1978 original exhibition poster by Raoul Ubac - Galerie Maeght
By Raoul Ubac
Located in PARIS, FR
This 1978 original exhibition poster by Raoul Ubac, created for Galerie Maeght, encapsulates the artist’s unique position at the crossroads of Surrealism and post-war abstraction. Pr...
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1970s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
1989 Original poster by Pierre Alechinsky for the Festival d
Automne à Paris
By Pierre Alechinsky
Located in PARIS, FR
This 1989 original poster by renowned Belgian artist Pierre Alechinsky was created for the Festival d'Automne à Paris, one of the city's most significant cultural events. Known for h...
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1980s More Prints
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Paper
1990 original French advertising poster - La chausette c
est la Bonnal
Located in PARIS, FR
This vibrant 1990 original French advertising poster boldly proclaims: “La chaussette, c’est La Bonnal” (“The sock, it's La Bonnal”). Bursting with charm and playful sophistication, ...
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1990s More Prints
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Paper
1992 original poster by Miquel Barceló - Festival d
Automne Paris
By Miquel Barceló
Located in PARIS, FR
This 1992 original poster by Spanish contemporary artist Miquel Barceló was created for the Festival d'Automne à Paris, a multidisciplinary celebration of music, theatre, dance, and ...
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1990s More Prints
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Paper
This delightful and cheeky circa 1985 original poster by renowned British illust
By Ronald Searle
Located in PARIS, FR
This delightful and cheeky circa 1985 original poster by renowned British illustrator Ronald Searle, titled “S’il ne pense pas au caniveau, pensez à ramasser”, is a perfect example o...
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1980s More Prints
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Paper
1990 original fashion poster by the artist Atlan - Joyce Paris - Sabine Azéma
Located in PARIS, FR
This striking 1990 original fashion poster, created by the artist Atlan, announces the Prêt-à-Porter winter collection of 1990–91 for the iconi...
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1990s More Prints
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Paper
1990 original poster by Jacques Fabre for the Paradis Latin in Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
This dazzling 1990 original poster by Jacques Fabre celebrates the glamour and spectacle of Paradis Latin, one of Paris’s most legendary cabarets, with its show-stopping revue Viva P...
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1990s More Prints
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Paper
Original lithograph by Jean Cocteau : Petit profil d
Orphée aux arabesques
By Jean Cocteau
Located in PARIS, FR
This original lithograph by Jean Cocteau, titled Petit profil d'Orphée aux arabesques, captures the distinctive fusion of mythology and modernist elegance that defines the artist’s o...
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1950s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1960 poster for Nain d’Alsace – Bières Fines from Saint-Quentin by Seguin
Located in PARIS, FR
Playful and bold, this original circa 1960 poster for Nain d’Alsace – Bières Fines from Saint-Quentin bursts with vintage charm and mid-century flair. Illustrated by Seguin, a French...
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1960s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1920 original poster for Chambéry Dolin
Located in PARIS, FR
Bold and impactful, this original circa 1920 poster for Chambéry Dolin proclaims with authority the legacy of a brand that revolutionized French aperitifs. Declaring “Inventeur du Ve...
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1920s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
1992 original poster by French artist Robert Combas - Floralies Internationales
By Robert Combas
Located in PARIS, FR
This striking 1992 original poster by French artist Robert Combas was created for the Floralies Internationales de Bordeaux, a grand celebration of horticulture held at Bordeaux-Lac....
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1990s More Prints
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Paper
Circa 1970 original lithograph by Minaux- Portrait de femme
By Andre Minaux
Located in PARIS, FR
Bold, stylized, and deeply evocative, this circa 1970 original lithograph titled Portrait de femme by French artist André Minaux captures the distilled elegance of post-war modernism...
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1970s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Original 1982 lithograph, Crucifixion (Christ of Gala) - Salvador Dali
By Salvador Dalí
Located in PARIS, FR
This original 1982 lithograph, Crucifixion (Christ of Gala), stands as one of Salvador Dalí’s most hauntingly spiritual reinterpretations of the crucifixion theme. Inspired by his 19...
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1980s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Original lithograph by Bernard Venet exploration of line gesture and abstraction
Located in PARIS, FR
This powerful original lithograph by Bernard Venet exemplifies the artist’s signature exploration of line, gesture, and abstraction. Renowned for his conceptual rigor and minimalist ...
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1960s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
1957 original lithograph - Sofa is Blind
Located in PARIS, FR
Mysterious, poetic, and visually arresting, this original lithograph from 1957 titled Sofa is Blind presents a haunting meditation on presence and absence. Executed in muted greys, b...
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1950s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
1964 Swissair travel poster by Swiss artist J. Bersier - Switzerland Geneva
Located in PARIS, FR
This charming 1964 Swissair travel poster by Swiss artist J. Bersier captures the serene elegance and timeless appeal of Geneva, Switzerland. Dominated by a vibrant image of Geneva’s...
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1960s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Original 1998 poster by Razzia Concours automobiles classiques et Louis Vuitton
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in PARIS, FR
This original 1998 poster, created by the celebrated French graphic artist Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz, known by his pseudonym Razzia, was produced for the prestigious Concours Autom...
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1990s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
1985 original poster by Keith Haring - "Free South Africa"
By Keith Haring
Located in PARIS, FR
A powerful piece of visual activism, this 1985 original poster by renowned American artist Keith Haring, titled "Free South Africa", captures the urgency and moral clarity of the glo...
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1980s More Prints
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Paper
Original 1997 poster by Razzia Concours automobiles classiques et Louis Vuitton
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in PARIS, FR
This striking original 1997 poster, designed by the celebrated French artist Razzia, was created to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the prestigious Concours Automobiles Classique...
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1990s More Prints
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Paper
Original 2000 poster by Razzia - Louis Vuitton classic
By Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix–Dénériaz)
Located in PARIS, FR
This stunning original 2000 poster designed by renowned French artist Razzia was created for the Louis Vuitton Classic, held on the 9th and 10th of September at the prestigious Parc ...
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Early 2000s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1945 original advertising poster for soft drink “SUD” - Bellenger
By Jacques-Pierre Bellenger
Located in PARIS, FR
This vibrant original poster from circa 1945, designed by the talented duo Pierre & Jacques Bellenger, radiates the effervescence and optimism of post-war France. Advertising the ref...
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1940s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Original 1950s poster - Prunelle du Velay - La délicieuse liqueur
By Paul Igert
Located in PARIS, FR
Bursting with charm and playful sophistication, this vibrant original 1950s poster by Paul Igert captures the essence of French liqueur advertising at its most whimsical. Created for...
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1950s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Art Nouveau poster by Firmin Bouisset - Jeune fille dans un décor de feuillages
By Firmin Bouisset
Located in PARIS, FR
This exquisite Art Nouveau poster by Firmin Bouisset—best known for his iconic commercial imagery—reveals a tender, introspective side of the artist’s work. Titled Jeune fille dans u...
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Early 1900s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1900 original poster Chemin de Fer du Nord travel to Montreuil-sur-Mer
Located in PARIS, FR
This exquisite original poster from around 1900 was issued by the Chemin de Fer du Nord to promote travel to the historic town of Montreuil-sur-Mer, located in northern France. Desig...
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Early 20th Century More Prints
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Paper, Linen, Lithograph
1972 original exhibition poster by Picasso - Sergei Diaghilev - Ballets Russes
By Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
This striking 1972 original exhibition poster was created for the Hommage à Diaghilew held at the Musée Galliera in Paris, honoring the legendary Russian impresario Sergei Diaghilev, founder of the Ballets Russes. The poster features an iconic costume design by Pablo Picasso for the avant-garde 1917 ballet Parade, one of the most revolutionary collaborations in 20th-century performance art.
The bold, graphic composition showcases Picasso’s costume...
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1970s Prints and Multiples
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Paper, Lithograph
Picasso original 1963 exhibition poster - Les potiers Vallauris
By Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
Bold, raw, and unmistakably Picasso — this original 1963 exhibition poster was created for the “Les Potiers” summer ceramics show held in Vallauris, the small town on the Côte d’Azur...
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1960s Prints and Multiples
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Paper, Lithograph
Exquisite 1973 poster Château Mouton Rothschild collaboration with Pablo Picasso
By Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
This exquisite 1973 original poster was created to commemorate the legendary collaboration between Château Mouton Rothschild and the world of...
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1970s Prints and Multiples
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Paper, Lithograph
1949 Original poster for the peace exhibition of Pablo Picasso
By Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1949 original poster by Pablo Picasso, created for the Exposition de la Paix (Peace Exhibition), is a masterful and poignant symbol of hope and unity in the aftermath of World Wa...
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1940s Prints and Multiples
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Original 1954 poster by Pablo Picasso - Suite de 180 dessins
By Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
This original 1954 poster, created by Pablo Picasso himself, announces the publication of Suite de 180 Dessins de Picasso, a special double issue of the celebrated art magazine Verve...
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1950s Prints and Multiples
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Paper, Lithograph
Striking original 1969 poster was by Pablo Picasso Apollinaire en académicien
By Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
This striking original 1969 poster was created by Pablo Picasso for the exhibition Apollinaire en académicien, held at the Bibliothèque Nationale in Paris from October 22 to November...
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1960s Prints and Multiples
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
1965 original exhibition poster was created for Jean Cocteau et son Temps
By Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
This stunning 1965 original exhibition poster was created for Jean Cocteau et son Temps, a retrospective held at the Musée Jacquemart-André in Paris. The exhibition celebrated the li...
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1960s Prints and Multiples
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Paper, Lithograph
1972 original exhibition poster at La Pochade in Paris - Pablo Picasso
By Pablo Picasso
Located in PARIS, FR
This elegant and iconic 1972 original poster was created to promote the Grands Maîtres Estampes et Dessins exhibition held at La Pochade, a renowned Parisian gallery located at 157 B...
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1970s Prints and Multiples
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Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1948 original recruitment poster by Villemot - French Navy
By Bernard Villemot
Located in PARIS, FR
This striking original recruitment poster, created around 1948 by the celebrated French graphic artist Bernard Villemot, boldly calls on citizens to “Engagez-vous dans la Marine” — e...
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1940s More Prints
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
1900 lithographic poster by Henri Toussaint - Normandie Bretagne Ile de Jersey
Located in PARIS, FR
This magnificent turn-of-the-century lithographic poster by Henri Toussaint is a celebration of France’s historic western regions—Normandy, Brittany, and the Île de Jersey—promoted b...
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Early 1900s More Prints
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Lucien Boucher’s iconic 1956 “Signes du Zodiaque” original poster for Air France
By Lucien Boucher
Located in PARIS, FR
Lucien Boucher’s iconic 1956 “Signes du Zodiaque” poster for Air France is a celestial masterpiece of mid-century travel design—where astrology, mythology, and aviation intersect in ...
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1950s More Prints
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1920 lithographic travel poster - Spa town of Niederbronn-les-Bains Alsace
Located in PARIS, FR
A luminous celebration of Alsatian charm, this stunning circa 1920 lithographic travel poster invites viewers to discover the idyllic spa town of Niederbronn-les-Bains, nestled in th...
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1920s More Prints
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1960 Original poster - 100 years of the legendary Folies Bergère - Cabaret
Located in PARIS, FR
Created to celebrate 100 years of the legendary Folies Bergère, this dazzling circa 1960 poster captures the glamorous essence of Parisian revue theatre at its most extravagant. Illustrated by Darnel, a master of fashion-forward, sensual poster design, it immortalizes an era where feathers, sequins, and leggy showgirls defined the spectacle.
The central figure—voluptuous, radiant, and dramatically posed—epitomizes the revue’s celebratory spirit. She is all sparkle and seduction, adorned in a white corset, opera gloves, and a bursting black plume skirt that seems to move with the music. Darnel’s distinctive hand—elegant, loose, yet controlled—adds kinetic flair, giving the composition irresistible momentum.
The typography is delightfully theatrical, with “Et vive la folie” (Long live the madness) scrawled in exuberant red, as if shouting from the wings. Supporting text in green and black names Paul Derval, the Folies’ famed impresario, and Michel Gyarmathy, the choreographer behind the “nouveau spectacle éblouissant” (dazzling new show).
The Folies Bergère, founded in 1869, was Paris's temple of variety entertainment, known for mixing cabaret, operetta, circus, ballet, and nudity into unforgettable visual feasts. This centennial celebration poster is not only a tribute to the house’s glorious past but also a signal that the madness of la Folie was still alive and kicking—high-heeled and in sync.
Posters by Darnel from this era remain highly collectible for their flair and fashion appeal, especially those celebrating French nightlife. This piece is a jewel of mid-century stage promotion, brimming with charm, sensuality, and joyful excess.
A must-have for enthusiasts of vintage cabaret art...
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1960s More Prints
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Paper
1937 original poster by Pierre
Jacques Bellenger for Cycles Favor Motos
By Jacques-Pierre Bellenger
Located in PARIS, FR
This bold and beautifully composed 1937 poster for Cycles Favor Motos is a triumphant celebration of French mechanical excellence. Created by the talented duo Pierre and Jacques Bellenger, it promotes the dual prowess of Favor: a brand equally at home in the realms of bicycles and motorbikes.
The central figure—a robust, smiling mechanic—stands out immediately. Rendered in striking Art Deco colors of red and blue, he cradles a bicycle in one hand and a motorcycle in the other as if weighing their virtues, suggesting technical mastery and effortless strength. His confident stance and broad grin echo the poster’s tagline:
"De la belle mécanique!"
(Beautiful mechanics!)
The composition is dynamic yet perfectly balanced: the precision of the machines contrasts with the bold, stylized figure, and the typography is just as commanding. The name FAVOR is set in monumental yellow letters, grounding the design and drawing the viewer’s eye directly to the brand.
At the time, Favor was a prestigious manufacturer based in Clermont-Ferrand, known for its high-quality, lightweight racing bicycles and later, for its solid and stylish motorcycles. This poster reflects a moment when mobility, modern engineering, and industrial pride were marketed with vibrant optimism. It’s also a rare early collaboration between both Bellenger brothers, whose graphic work helped define the era’s commercial visual language.
Printed by Vasselais in Paris—one of the era’s respected lithographers—this poster exemplifies the best of pre-war French advertising: bold, technically impressive, and infused with a spirit of innovation.
Whether you're a collector of vintage cycling memorabilia...
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1930s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Art Deco poster from the 1930s - Diamantine marvelous wax polish
Located in PARIS, FR
This striking Art Deco poster from the 1930s offers a gleaming tribute to one of the era’s most beloved household products: Diamantine, the "merveilleuse encaustique" (marvelous wax ...
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1930s Art Deco More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Original 1946 French advertising poster - Armagnac Barnabé
Located in PARIS, FR
A post-war toast to refined indulgence, this original 1946 French advertising poster invites you to end any fine meal in true gourmet fashion—with a...
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1940s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1940 original travel poster - SNCF - Thermal Spa Vittel
Located in PARIS, FR
This elegant and serene original travel poster from the 1940s, designed by the artist Olivier, was produced for the SNCF, the French national railway, to promote the thermal spa dest...
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1940s More Prints
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Circa 1960 travel poster - P&O–Orient Lines Sunshine Cruising
Located in PARIS, FR
This dazzling circa 1960 travel poster was commissioned by P&O–Orient Lines, one of the most iconic names in postwar British passenger shipping. Touting “Sunshine Cruising” as “T...
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1960s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
1937 original poster Grande Fête Foraine (Great Funfair) - Pont de Neuilly
Located in PARIS, FR
This whimsical and lively poster from 1937 advertises the Grande Fête Foraine (Great Funfair) held between Pont de Neuilly and La Défense, an event sponsored by the municipalities of...
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1930s More Prints
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Linen, Paper, Lithograph
1958 original travel poster by J. Burch - Wengen Männlichen - Suisse
Located in PARIS, FR
This stunning 1958 original travel poster by J. Burch captures the exhilarating ascent from Wengen to the Männlichen in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, one of Switzerland’s most majestic alpine regions. Issued to promote travel to the Jungfrau area, this poster is both a celebration of mid-century Swiss tourism and an icon of precision alpine engineering.
The image is anchored by the vibrant red cable car marked LWM (Luftseilbahn Wengen-Männlichen), suspended mid-air against a crystalline blue sky. It glides silently above a steep cliff face, drawing the eye toward the pristine white peaks of the Lauterbrunnen Wall and the towering Jungfrau massif in the distance. Below, evergreen forests carpet the rolling terrain, hinting at hidden hiking trails and panoramic vistas.
The design is photographic, crisp, and immersive — a hallmark of 1950s Swiss poster art that emphasized modern tourism, accessibility, and the harmony between infrastructure and natural grandeur. The composition balances awe-inspiring verticality with warm, inviting earth tones, giving the viewer a sense of serene anticipation.
The typography is bold and grounded: “WENGEN” appears in block yellow stencil, evoking both Alpine sport and sturdy tradition. Beside it, “Männlichen” is set in white, providing a visual counterweight — like snow on stone.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this poster marks a historical period when Switzerland was investing in world-class transport and tourism. The Wengen–Männlichen Aerial Cableway, inaugurated in 1954, symbolized post-war progress and the growing enthusiasm for alpine adventure among domestic and international visitors alike.
Today, this poster is not only a window into the golden age of Swiss mountain travel, but also a collector’s item that embodies the country’s unique ability to blend dramatic landscape, technical mastery, and understated elegance.
A must-have for aficionados of Swiss graphic design, alpine history, or anyone drawn to the timeless allure of high-altitude escape.
Tourism - Photography...
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1950s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
1958 original travel poster Genève - Switzerland - Lac Léman
Located in PARIS, FR
This elegant 1958 original travel poster showcases the refined beauty of Genève, Switzerland’s international city, rendered in crisp photographic realism. Published by the Swiss National Tourist Office during the golden age of mid-century tourism, this piece is both a celebration of Geneva’s iconic landscape and a subtle emblem of Swiss precision and cosmopolitan calm.
Dominating the composition is the famous Jet d’Eau, Geneva’s monumental water fountain...
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1950s More Prints
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Paper
Original travel poster from the 1960s - Montreux - Swiss Riviera - Alps
Located in PARIS, FR
This vibrant original travel poster from the 1960s captures the sun-drenched leisure of Montreux, the iconic Swiss Riviera town nestled between the Alps and the shores of Lake Geneva...
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1960s More Prints
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Paper, Lithograph
