Gustave Fraipont Original travel poster for the Chemins de fer de l'Ouest - Mont St-MichelCirca 1900
Circa 1900
About the Item
- Creator:Gustave Fraipont (1849 - 1923)
- Creation Year:Circa 1900
- Dimensions:Height: 41.34 in (105 cm)Width: 29.53 in (75 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:Very good condition, on linen.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792213423152
Gustave Fraipont
Gustave Fraipont was born in Brussels on May 9th, 1849. He was a painter, sculptor, illustrator and French-Belgian poster designer. He is a pupil of Henri Hendrickx and Henri de Hern. Belgian by birth, he was naturalized French. Professor of drawing at the House of Education of the Legion of Honor, Fraipont is the author of many books on the technique of drawing. In 1885, he provided illustrations for the series Littoral of France from the publisher Victor Palme. He also illustrated books about Paris and the French regions. He published books for the youth such as Andre the Miller' and Sailor Yves. He also illustrated the Letters from My Windmill, Perrault's Histoires ou Contes du temps passé, Robinson Crusoe', Câline by Zenaide Fleuriot. He produced many posters for railway companies, including the Western and Northern Railways, as well as official documents and paper titles. Fraipont’s poster Pierrefonds, company of the North was reproduced in the magazine Les Maîtres de l'affiche (1895–1900). He collaborated with numerous newspapers and magazines, such as the Courrier français and Paris illustré. In 1905, he was appointed painter of the Navy. During the First World War, he made several compositions for the newspaper L'Illustration, including the monuments destroyed by the war: Halls of Ypres, Cathedral of Reims and City Hall Arras. Fraipont died in Paris on April 29th, 1923.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: PARIS, France
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- 1918 original poster 4e Emprunt National Crédit Foncier d'Algérie et de TunisieLocated in PARIS, FRCrafted in 1918, the original poster "Pour le retour Souscrivez 4e Emprunt National Crédit Foncier d'Algérie et de Tunisie" encapsulates the spirit of patriotic duty and financial su...Category
1910s Prints and Multiples
MaterialsLithograph, Paper, Linen
- The New York Herald's 1906 Funny Folk CalendarLocated in PARIS, FRThe New York Herald's 1906 Funny Folk Calendar is a delightful time capsule that transports us to a year filled with humor, whimsy, and artistic charm. This...Category
Early 1900s Prints and Multiples
MaterialsLinen, Paper, Lithograph
- Raymond Savignac's 1958 original poster for Castolin's low-temperature weldingLocated in PARIS, FRRaymond Savignac's 1958 original poster for Castolin's low-temperature welding is a testament to the power of art and visual communication. This iconic poster seamlessly blends artis...Category
1950s Prints and Multiples
MaterialsLinen, Paper, Lithograph
- May 68 Original poster Achtung! Pour Tous les Sales Boulots Téléphonez à HitlerLocated in PARIS, FRMay 1968 marked a tumultuous period in French history when political activism and social change were at the forefront. During these transformative times, a powerful and provocative political poster emerged, sending a clear message about resistance and dissent. The poster, titled "Achtung! Pour Tous les Sales Boulots Téléphonez à Hitler...Category
1960s Prints and Multiples
MaterialsLinen, Paper, Lithograph
- Original poster Professeur Pagès L'art décoratif dans le dressage - CircusBy HarfordLocated in PARIS, FROriginal poster by Harford, titled "Professeur Pagès et ses sensationnelles nouveautés L'art décoratif dans le dressage - La fontaine vivante et lumineuse," unveils a captivating spe...Category
1910s Prints and Multiples
MaterialsLinen, Paper, Lithograph
- 1949 original poster by Gaston Jacquement promoting "La Croix" newspaperLocated in PARIS, FRThe 1949 original poster by Gaston Jacquement promoting "La Croix" newspaper carries a profound and enduring message: "La Croix Sème Chaque Jour la Paix," which translates to "La Cro...Category
1940s Prints and Multiples
MaterialsLinen, Paper, Lithograph
- Marching on a Butterbur LeafBy Yoshitomo NaraLocated in Washington , DC, DCCategory
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Prints and Multiples
MaterialsPaper, Linen, Lithograph
- SPA Belgium Nationale Maaatschaapij der Belgische Spoorwegen vintage posterLocated in Spokane, WAOriginal vintage travel poster to SPA, Belgium. Nationale Maatschappij der Belgische Spoorwegen original lithograph travel poster. Archival linen backed and ready to frame. The famous town of Spa known for its mineral waters and sparkling water that is sold all over the world. Intense color patterns that compliment each other are shown on a hilltop overlooking green fields and hills in the background. The old full lithographs create the feel of a fine painting as you can personally see in these images. This original vintage Belgium travel poster...Category
1940s Conceptual More Prints
MaterialsLinen, Lithograph
- Chanel No. 5 (suite of four (4) separate prints with varnish on linen backing)By Andy WarholLocated in New York, NYAfter Andy Warhol Chanel No. 5 (Suite of Four Individual (Separate) Prints on Linen Canvas), 1996 Suite of Four (4) Separate Individual Limited Edition Offset lithographs in colors on wove paper affixed to elegant thin linen canvas backing, Each plate signed Andy Warhol 29 inches (vertical) × 22 inches horizontal (measurements here and above are for each print) Limited, special edition printing, exact number is undisclosed Unframed Dimensions apply to each of the four (4) prints in this one lot. “Chanel N˚5,” A special edition, printed under the auspices of the Warhol Foundation...Category
1990s Pop Art Abstract Prints
MaterialsOffset, Lithograph, Linen, Digital, Digital Pigment
- Andy Warhol Chanel N5 Original posters Perfume Complete Set of 4 postersBy Andy WarholLocated in London, GBAndy Warhol created this image for Chanel in the 1980's but it was not until 1997 that Chanel decided to use it as a publicity in their add campaigns. They printed the different colo...Category
20th Century Pop Art Figurative Prints
MaterialsLinen, Lithograph, Offset
- SuperpowersBy Roman CieslewiczLocated in Bristol, CTIconic original parchment linen poster 'Superpowers' c1968 by noted Polish graphic artist Roman Cieslewicz (1930-1996) Poster Sz: 31 1/4"H x 21"W Frame Sz: 32 1/2"H x 22 1/2"W w/ ...Category
1960s Other Art Style Portrait Prints
MaterialsLinen, Parchment Paper
- UntitledBy Sol LeWittLocated in New York, NYSol LeWitt was an iconic American artist whose work helped to establish both Minimalism and Conceptual Art. LeWitt’s practice was based primarily within his own intellect, establishi...Category
1970s Prints and Multiples
MaterialsLinen, Archival Paper