This is an original 1922 tipped in color mini poster, designed by a man described as an artist who ''may perhaps be said to be the most perfect and painstaking draughtsman  More »

This is an original 1922 tipped in color mini poster, designed by a man described as an artist who ''may perhaps be said to be the most perfect and painstaking draughtsman who has ever devoted much serious attention to posters''. The tipped-in mini poster image for JOB Cigarette Papers is considered to be a classic, measures about 4'' x 6.25'' and is attached to a creamy medium weight sheet that is about 7.75'' x 10.25'' which includes the title of the piece as well as the designer and (generally) the date of original publication.( Please note that some of the cream sheets BUT NONE OF THE PRINTS display foxing and or small water damage. This will not affect the mini poster when it is framed.) This exceptional ''mini poster'' was removed from a 1922 retrospective collection of late 19th century and very early 20th century art advertising posters. The author of the publication described posters in this way:''Although the posters stands where all who run may read, and although we spontaneously admire, or thoughtlessly condemn it, few ever stop to formulate a reason for doing one or the other, or to establish a critical working standpoint in the matter... The poster design must have a clear simplicity of motive and a vigorous, sometimes bizarre conception in design and treatment. It is to be supposed that until a few years ago the artist or designer considered himself above is task when he was working on these ''advertisements'' and failed to produce a successful poster because he failed to realize that he was engaged either in a difficult problem, or in one worthy of his best efforts. It was left to the French to show the world how much of beauty and of inspiration could enter into the poster, and it was many years before the designing world at large learned its lesson (if, indeed it may yet be said to have learned) from the daring, sparkling sheets of flaming color that have decorated the streets of Paris.'' Please note that this ''mini poster'' is a small version of the original, larger poster. While the bulk of our poster collection consists of full size posters, we consider these smaller, more affordable gems to be worthy of collection as well. The color plates are striking and vibrant, and even the monotone plates are special - offering a clear view of what was considered to be in 1922 - and still! - some of the best poster design ever. These are not modern reprints- they were printed in 1922 and have withstood both the test and the passage of time. Please note that all of our pochoirs, prints and posters are vintage, non-reproduction, original pieces. Please e-mail with any questions or requests for additional information or photographs. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1080368 Condition: A Year: 1897 Country: France Height: 6.25 in. (15.88 cm) Width: 4 in. (10.16 cm) Title: 1922 Mini Poster - Alphonse Mucha - JOB Cigarette Paper Style: Art Nouveau/Liberty Materials: paper   « Less

This is an original 1922 tipped in mini poster, designed by the enormously talented Will H. Bradley in 1895. Of Bradley it has been written ''... as can be seen, Will Bradley  More »

This is an original 1922 tipped in mini poster, designed by the enormously talented Will H. Bradley in 1895. Of Bradley it has been written ''... as can be seen, Will Bradley was strongly inspired by the work of AUbrey Beardsley in England, and his black and white shows clever massing, and a pleasing grace of line governed by a much greater restrain in feeling than ever appeared in Beardsley''s drawings. One must not underestimate the value of the impetus to originality and art in this kind of work which Mr. Bradley''s numerous posters created at this very critical juncture. They showed many high points which place them high in the ranks of American posters. The letters was always adequate, in mass and relative scale (a point of superiority over Beardsley), the conceptions were quaint and original, and any abandon lacking in their composition was more than made up for by their strong decorative qualities, the cleverness of the whole carrying even the possible over-finesse of detail - their only fault as posters. The tipped in mini poster image is about 4'' x 6'' and is attached to a creamy medium weight sheet that is about 7.75'' x 10.25'' which includes the title of the piece as well as the designer and date of original publication.( Please note that some of the cream sheets BUT NONE OF THE PRINTS display foxing and or small water damage. This will not affect the mini poster when it is framed.) This exceptional ''mini poster'' was removed from a 1922 retrospective collection of late 19th century and very early 20th century art advertising posters. The author of the publication described posters in this way:''Although the posters stands where all who run may read, and although we spontaneously admire, or thoughtlessly condemn it, few ever stop to formulate a reason for doing one or the other, or to establish a critical working standpoint in the matter... The poster design must have a clear simplicity of motive and a vigorous, sometimes bizarre conception in design and treatment. It is to be supposed that until a few years ago the artist or designer considered himself above is task when he was working on these ''advertisements'' and failed to produce a successful poster because he failed to realize that he was engaged either in a difficult problem, or in one worthy of his best efforts. It was left to the French to show the world how much of beauty and of inspiration could enter into the poster, and it was many years before the designing world at large learned its lesson (if, indeed it may yet be said to have learned) from the daring, sparkling sheets of flaming color that have decorated the streets of Paris.'' Please note that this ''mini poster'' is a small version of the original, larger poster. While the bulk of our poster collection consists of full size posters, we consider these smaller, more affordable gems to be worthy of collection as well. The color plates are striking and vibrant, and even the monotone plates are special - offering a clear view of what was considered to be in 1922 - and still! - some of the best poster design ever. These are not modern reprints- they were printed in 1922 and have withstood both the test and the passage of time. Please note that all of our pochoirs, prints and posters are vintage, non-reproduction, original pieces. Please e-mail with any questions or requests for additional information or photographs. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1080407 Condition: A Year: 1897 Country: France Height: 6 in. (15.24 cm) Width: 4 in. (10.16 cm) Title: 1922 Mini Poster -Bradley - Chap Book (1895) Style: Art Nouveau/Liberty Materials: paper   « Less

This is an original 1922 tipped in mini poster, designed by the enormously talented Will H. Bradley in 1895. Of Bradley it has been written ''... as can be seen, Will Bradley  More »

This is an original 1922 tipped in mini poster, designed by the enormously talented Will H. Bradley in 1895. Of Bradley it has been written ''... as can be seen, Will Bradley was strongly inspired by the work of AUbrey Beardsley in England, and his black and white shows clever massing, and a pleasing grace of line governed by a much greater restrain in feeling than ever appeared in Beardsley''s drawings. One must not underestimate the value of the impetus to originality and art in this kind of work which Mr. Bradley''s numerous posters created at this very critical juncture. They showed many high points which place them high in the ranks of American posters. The letters was always adequate, in mass and relative scale (a point of superiority over Beardsley), the conceptions were quaint and original, and any abandon lacking in their composition was more than made up for by their strong decorative qualities, the cleverness of the whole carrying even the possible over-finesse of detail - their only fault as posters. The tipped in mini poster image is about 2.75'' x 7.75'' and is attached to a creamy medium weight sheet that is about 7.75'' x 10.25'' which includes the title of the piece as well as the designer and date of original publication.( Please note that some of the cream sheets BUT NONE OF THE PRINTS display foxing and or small water damage. This will not affect the mini poster when it is framed.) This exceptional ''mini poster'' was removed from a 1922 retrospective collection of late 19th century and very early 20th century art advertising posters. The author of the publication described posters in this way:''Although the posters stands where all who run may read, and although we spontaneously admire, or thoughtlessly condemn it, few ever stop to formulate a reason for doing one or the other, or to establish a critical working standpoint in the matter... The poster design must have a clear simplicity of motive and a vigorous, sometimes bizarre conception in design and treatment. It is to be supposed that until a few years ago the artist or designer considered himself above is task when he was working on these ''advertisements'' and failed to produce a successful poster because he failed to realize that he was engaged either in a difficult problem, or in one worthy of his best efforts. It was left to the French to show the world how much of beauty and of inspiration could enter into the poster, and it was many years before the designing world at large learned its lesson (if, indeed it may yet be said to have learned) from the daring, sparkling sheets of flaming color that have decorated the streets of Paris.'' Please note that this ''mini poster'' is a small version of the original, larger poster. While the bulk of our poster collection consists of full size posters, we consider these smaller, more affordable gems to be worthy of collection as well. The color plates are striking and vibrant, and even the monotone plates are special - offering a clear view of what was considered to be in 1922 - and still! - some of the best poster design ever. These are not modern reprints- they were printed in 1922 and have withstood both the test and the passage of time. Please note that all of our pochoirs, prints and posters are vintage, non-reproduction, original pieces. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1080408 Condition: A Year: 1897 Country: France Height: 7.75 in. (19.68 cm) Width: 2.75 in. (6.98 cm) Title: 1922 Mini Poster -Bradley - Victor Bicycles (1895) Style: Art Nouveau/Liberty Materials: paper   « Less

A color plate from an exquisite book called Les Programmes Illustres, by Ernest Maindron, published in 1897, by Librairie Nilsson-Per Lamm, Paris purchased at auction, and  More »

A color plate from an exquisite book called Les Programmes Illustres, by Ernest Maindron, published in 1897, by Librairie Nilsson-Per Lamm, Paris purchased at auction, and filled with the most unbelievably detailed and remarkable works of art we have seen... granted we are biased and truly moved by works from this period, by truly, these are gems, in remarkable, mint condition, and more than 100 years old. The auction catalog reads: '' ''I often ask myself what they, the curious of the year 2000, will think of us, whom we are cut off from by a century of dreadful events; them, knowing that which we don''t yet know and that we nearly suspect, what will they say of our old frivolity with all that has passed? Won''t they pity us, like we today have pity for the aristocratic society whose ancient prints we refer to with carelessness and levity?'' Thus mused Pierre Veber in his prefacing comments for the Programmes Illustres, a hardcover compendium of some of the most beautiful menus, invitations, business cards and announcements of the Belle Epoque. Little could he have known how off the mark his thoughts were, as today we look back at the virtuosity these posterists displayed with the limited technology of the time.'' (Rennert) Each sheet is 9.25 x 12.5 inches, and the images on the sheet vary - this one, by Roubille , measures 4 x 9.25 and was evidently a suggested programme for a theater event. PLEASE NOTE: ALL OF OUR POSTERS ARE ORIGINAL, NON REPRODUCTION, VINTAGE PIECES. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1090538 Condition: A Year: 1897 Country: France Maker: Maindron Height: 9.25 in. (23.49 cm) Width: 4 in. (10.16 cm) Title: 1897 Programmes Illustres Roubille - Programme - CANCAN Style: Art Nouveau/Liberty Materials: paper   « Less

1897 Programmes Illustres IBELS - A BAS LE PROGRES

1897 Programmes Illustres IBELS - A BAS LE PROGRES   « Less

1897 Programmes Illustres IBELS - Le GRAPPIN - CLASSIC

1897 Programmes Illustres IBELS - Le GRAPPIN - CLASSIC   « Less

A color plate from an exquisite book called Les Programmes Illustres, by Ernest Maindron, published in 1897, by Librairie Nilsson-Per Lamm, Paris purchased at auction, and  More »

A color plate from an exquisite book called Les Programmes Illustres, by Ernest Maindron, published in 1897, by Librairie Nilsson-Per Lamm, Paris purchased at auction, and filled with the most unbelievably detailed and remarkable works of art we have seen... granted we are biased and truly moved by works from this period, by truly, these are gems, in remarkable, mint condition, and more than 100 years old. The auction catalog reads: '' ''I often ask myself what they, the curious of the year 2000, will think of us, whom we are cut off from by a century of dreadful events; them, knowing that which we don''t yet know and that we nearly suspect, what will they say of our old frivolity with all that has passed? Won''t they pity us, like we today have pity for the aristocratic society whose ancient prints we refer to with carelessness and levity?'' Thus mused Pierre Veber in his prefacing comments for the Programmes Illustres, a hardcover compendium of some of the most beautiful menus, invitations, business cards and announcements of the Belle Epoque. Little could he have known how off the mark his thoughts were, as today we look back at the virtuosity these posterists displayed with the limited technology of the time.'' (Rennert) Each sheet is 9.25 x 12.5 inches, and the images on the sheet vary - this one, by Adolphe Willette, measures 6 x 8.5 inches and is for a dentist called Feindel who seemed to specialize in babies, ladies, beasts and wolves.... Of Willette it has been written ''Willette was born in Chalons-sur-Marne. He studied for four years at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts under Cabanel, training which gave him a unique position among the graphic humorists of France. Whether comedy or tragedy, dainty triviality or political satire, his work is instinct with the profound sincerity of the artist. He set Pierrot upon a lofty pedestal among the imaginary heroes of France, and established Mimi Pinson, frail, lovable, and essentially good-hearted, in the affections of the nation. Willette is at once the modern Watteau of the pencil, and the exponent of sentiments that move the more emotional section of the public. Always a poet, and usually gay, fresh, and delicate, in his presentation of idylls exquisitely dainty and characteristically Gallic, illustrating the more ''charming'' side of love, often pure and sometimes unnecessarily materialistic. Willette frequently reveals himself bitter and fierce, even ferocious, in his hatreds, being a violent though at the same time a generous partisan of political ideas, furiously compassionate with love and pity for the people whether they be ground down under the heel of political oppression, or are merely the victims ot unrequited love, suffering all the pangs of graceful anguish that are born of scornful treatment. There is charm even in his thrilling apotheosis of the guillotine, and in the introduction into his caricatures of the figure of Death itself.'' (wikipedia) PLEASE NOTE: ALL OF OUR POSTERS ARE ORIGINAL, NON REPRODUCTION, VINTAGE PIECES. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1090564 Condition: A Year: 1897 Country: France Maker: Maindron Height: 8.5 in. (21.59 cm) Width: 6 in. (15.24 cm) Title: 1897 Programmes Illustres WILLETTE - DENTIST''S SIGN Style: Art Nouveau/Liberty Materials: paper   « Less

1897 Programmes Illustres IBELS - LES FOSSILES Seascape

1897 Programmes Illustres IBELS - LES FOSSILES Seascape   « Less

1897 Programmes Illustres IBELS - Les Tisserands

1897 Programmes Illustres IBELS - Les Tisserands   « Less

1897 Programmes Illustres DE FEURE Classic + Stupendous

1897 Programmes Illustres DE FEURE Classic + Stupendous   « Less