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James Rassiat
Circa 1945 original poster by James Rassiat - Marcel Faivre Jazz Specialist

Circa 1945

$958.51
£713.42
€800
CA$1,312.93
A$1,460.26
CHF 762.50
MX$17,769.81
NOK 9,738.32
SEK 9,132.83
DKK 6,090.12
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This striking original poster from circa 1945 was illustrated by James Rassiat and commissioned by Les Établissements Marcel Faivre, a Parisian firm located at 7 Rue de Montreuil in Vincennes, known for its specialization in modern jazz instruments. Rendered in bold shades of blue, orange, and yellow, the poster exudes mid-century energy and commercial flair. At its center, a red-haired jazz drummer in a white suit plays a vivid yellow drum set—one of the Faivre company’s featured models—against a rich cobalt background. The composition is full of movement and musicality, with dynamic lettering and playful contrast underscoring the beat and spirit of the post-war jazz revival in France. The text proudly announces Marcel Faivre as a "Spécialiste du Jazz Moderne" and supplier to Paris conservatories, radio performers, and theater artists, reflecting the company’s position at the heart of France’s cultural resurgence in the 1940s. A stylized saxophone cleverly integrated into the “J” of the word JAZZ adds a delightful graphic element, while Rassiat’s signature can be found discreetly on the left side of the artwork. Printed by Imprimerie Moriamé, Paris, this piece stands as both a commercial and cultural artifact—celebrating not just musical instruments, but the exuberant rebirth of creativity and nightlife in post-Occupation France. A superb and rare example of French jazz-era advertising, this poster is ideal for collectors of music memorabilia, mid-century design, or anyone with a passion for the golden age of swing and bebop. Show - Music Modern jazz specialist - one of their drum model Moriame Paris
  • Creator:
    James Rassiat (1909 - 1998, French)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1945
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.26 in (54 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Good condition, light folds.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792216684022

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