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Watercolor ink and Lavis for the Battle of Berlin CCCP - USSR - World War II

Circa 1945

This original 1931 ink poster project was created as a concept for the Exposition Coloniale Internationale, held in Paris from May to November 1931. The striking black-and-white composition features a bold, angular depiction of a man in traditional North African attire, set against an architectural backdrop reminiscent of Islamic and colonial influences. The typography, arranged in a dynamic diagonal layout, gives the piece a sense of power and movement. As a preliminary design, this ink project was likely part of a larger effort to develop the visual identity of the Exposition Coloniale, which was one of the most significant international exhibitions of its time. The exposition, hosted in Bois de Vincennes, aimed to showcase the cultural, economic, and artistic achievements of France’s colonial empire, with pavilions representing territories such as North Africa, Indochina, and West Africa. The artwork's bold contrasts, dramatic perspective, and modernist style reflect the Art Deco and early 20th-century graphic design trends, emphasizing strong geometric forms and high-impact visuals. As a hand-drawn project, it provides a fascinating glimpse into the creative process behind exhibition advertising, where artists experimented with layouts, typography, and imagery before finalizing a printed poster. Today, this ink poster project is a historical artifact, offering insight into both colonial-era propaganda and vintage graphic...

Mixed tecnique Yvon Taillandier, a prominent French artist and writer, was born on March 28, 1926, in Paris. Known for his multifaceted contributions to the art world, Taillandier m...

The circa 1930 advertising gouache for "Le Bon Lait Maggi", signed by R. C., represents an era when hand-drawn advertising art played a crucial role in shaping brand identities and c...

Very nice original work done with gouache by Yvon Taillandier. The work of Yvon Taillandier is related to the free figuration, mixing image and language. His painting has an aesthet...

Vibrant seascape of a dock in the tropics by an unknown artist. Presented in a new grey mat. Paper size: 11.25"H x 15"W; Mat size: 16"H x 20"W

Bright and bold shipyard by an unknown artist. Presented in a new cream mat. Paper size: 10.25"H x 14.25"W; Mat size: 13"H x 18"W

Abstracted still life by Les Anderson (American, 1928-2009). Unsigned, but was acquired from the estate of Les Anderson in Monterey, California. No frame. Image size: 20"H x 14"W. L...

Hand-augmented collotype on layered paper by Patricia A. Pearce (American, b. 1948). Signed "Patricia A. Pearce" in the lower right corner. Titled "Red Medusa...