Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 5

Jacques-Pierre Bellenger
Circa 1945 original advertising poster for soft drink “SUD” - Bellenger

Circa 1945

$2,140.28
£1,605.38
€1,800
CA$2,987.82
A$3,236.17
CHF 1,714.02
MX$39,152.81
NOK 21,547.87
SEK 20,087.19
DKK 13,712.09

About the Item

This vibrant original poster from circa 1945, designed by the talented duo Pierre & Jacques Bellenger, radiates the effervescence and optimism of post-war France. Advertising the refreshing soft drink “SUD” the composition centers around a jubilant young woman, her hair tossed by the breeze, caught mid-laughter as she opens a bottle of the fizzy beverage. The slogan, "La joie... de boire" ("The joy of drinking"), floats above her, embodying the carefree spirit and lighthearted indulgence of the era. Rendered in bold shades of blue, red, and white, the poster is a brilliant example of mid-century commercial design. The stylized figure, with her exaggerated smile and animated pose, is instantly eye-catching, while the oversized bottle—emblazoned with the brand’s sunny yellow and blue label—anchors the composition and reinforces the product’s identity. The overall layout is dynamic and energetic, with strong visual contrasts and playful typography that reflect the exuberance of French graphic art in the 1940s. More than just an advertisement, this poster encapsulates a cultural moment. In the wake of World War II, French graphic design began to shift toward brighter palettes, cheerful imagery, and messages of leisure and pleasure—qualities that this piece embodies with great charm. Whether displayed in a café, a grocer’s window, or now in a collector’s space, it would have served as an irresistible invitation to enjoy a sparkling taste of joy. A wonderfully preserved example of vintage beverage advertising, this poster remains not only a cheerful visual treat but also a spirited emblem of France’s return to color, fun, and fizz. Advertising - Gastronomy - France Printed by De la Vasselais in Paris
  • Creator:
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1945
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 61.42 in (156 cm)Width: 45.28 in (115 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Good condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792217270532

More From This Seller

View All
Circa 1930 original art deco advertising poster for French cider
Located in PARIS, FR
This circa 1930 original advertising poster for French cider (Le Cidre) is a vibrant and joyful celebration of traditional rural life and the pleasures of cider drinking. Commissione...
Category

1930s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

1925 original advertising poster for Un Peureux, a french liqueur
Located in PARIS, FR
In this vibrant and spirited 1925 original advertising poster, French illustrator Henry Lemonnier captures the essence of brand identity through bold design, striking color, and a me...
Category

1920s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

1957 original advertising poster for Ricard - French pastis brand
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1957 original advertising poster for Ricard presents an iconic image of leisure and conviviality associated with the popular French pastis brand. This poster likely aimed to capt...
Category

1950s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Circa 1940 Original poster by Henry Lemonnier - Liqueur Cordial - Médoc
Located in PARIS, FR
This poster was made around 1940s by Henry Lemonnier 🇫🇷 (1890-1954) a French poster artist. He worked for various printers as well as in advertising. The original Cordial - Médoc ...
Category

1940s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

1942 original poster by Éric for the Secours National Croisade d'Hiver 1942-1943
Located in PARIS, FR
The 1942 original poster by Éric for the "Secours National Croisade d'Hiver 1942-1943" is a poignant example of wartime propaganda, aimed at rallying support and resources during a p...
Category

1940s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Linen, Paper, Lithograph

Herbert Leupin's 1953 original advertising poster for Swiss Beer
By Herbert Leupin
Located in PARIS, FR
Herbert Leupin's original advertising poster for Swiss Beer, dating back to 1953, stands as a quintessential representation of Swiss craftsmanship and culture. Crafted with meticulou...
Category

1950s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

You May Also Like

1950 Sud Boisson Gazeifiee Original Vintage Poster
By Jacques-Pierre Bellenger
Located in Winchester, GB
Stunning extra-large poster for Sud created in 1950. This beautiful design by Bellenger reading "la joie... de boire" or 'the joy of drinking" depicts a happy woman opening her "Sud"...
Category

Vintage 1950s French Posters

Materials

Paper

Bellenger, Original Poster, SUD Beverage, Sparkling Water, Bottle Opener, 1950
By Jacques-Pierre Bellenger
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This is a promotional poster for the soft drink brand SUD, created by the Bellenger brothers around 1950. Artist: Bellenger Jacques et Pierre Title : Sud Date: circa 1950 Size: 47....
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Paper

Original Spa Citron Poster by Geo for Lemon Drink c1930
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a whimsical image created in the 1930's by a relatively unknown artist who signed the work as Geo. In it we see the stylish woman with her lemon skirt picking lemons from a t...
Category

1930s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Source Verdier Original Vintage Poster by Henri le Monnier 1931
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This image was created in 1931 by the talented French artist, Henri Le Monnier (1893 - 1978) for the company that produced bottled water under the name Source Verdier. It is an elega...
Category

1930s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Original Vintage Midcentury French 'Campari Soda' Poster by Mingozzi, 1950
By Giovanni Mingozzi
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Original vintage midcentury French 'Campari Soda' poster by Mingozzi, 1950 This original vintage lithograph poster epitomizes the opulent 1950s era. Th...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Posters

Materials

Other

1970 Perrier - Savignac Original Vintage Poster
By Raymond Savignac
Located in Winchester, GB
This beautiful and vibrant piece for Perrier was designed by the iconic poster and graphic designer Raymond Savignac. Best known for his charming and humorous designs for many French...
Category

Vintage 1970s French Posters

Materials

Paper

1970 Perrier - Savignac Original Vintage Poster
$407 Sale Price
20% Off
Free Shipping