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Original serigraphy from 1950 by Matti La Coloniale

1950

This circa 1940 original poster by renowned artist Paul Lengellé is a striking tribute to the French Naval Aviation, "L'aéronautique Navale." Lengellé, celebrated for his exceptional...

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...

The poster by Charles Yray, bearing the compelling message "Jeunes Gens qui Hésitez sur le Choix d'une Situation, Allez aux Colonies" (Young people who hesitate about choosing a care...

David Dellepiane's 1922 masterpiece for the Exposition Nationale Coloniale in Marseille stands as a remarkable testament to a pivotal moment in histor...

Medium: serigraph / silkscreen. Printed in 1958 and published in Milan by Groupe Espace for the rare Documenti d'arte d'oggi. Size: 12 1/4 x 8 3/8 inches (310 x 213 mm). Signed in th...

Medium: serigraph / silkscreen. This magnificent print was published in Milan in 1954 by Groupe Espace for the very rare Documenti d'arte d'oggi. A beautiful, rich impression! Sheet ...

Medium: original serigraph. Printed in 1982 for the art revue Derriere le Miroir (issue number 250, dedicated in homage to Aime and Marguerite Maeght) and published in Paris by the M...

Original 1930s French Art Deco poster, artwork by Fabrice Mory, published by Chaix, France, circa 1935. This is a vintage original on linen and has been professionally framed under g...