Art Deco Exhibitions Posters
Rare Paris 1937 Exposition Internationale Poster
This large French art deco poster from the Exposition Internationale Paris 1937 promotes a traveling light show "Le tour de France de la Lumiere" sponsored by Mazda lampes. The poster, which shows colored searchlight s emanating from a outline of France was done by the French illustrator Magd Herest and published by L’Edition Artistique, Paris. The lower portion was left blank for imprinting the date and venue for each show. The poster is 64" x 48" and is presented in a black lacquer frame which measures 68" x 52.
An Important 1925 Paris Exposition Art Deco Poster Collection
As an art deco dealer for the past 30 years I have been buying and selling posters from the Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs et Modernes which was held in Paris in 1925 and gave “Art Deco” its name.
I have maintained strict standards, buying and selling only “A” condition posters and have sold over 100 1925 Exposition posters.
I have also been collecting the posters. Each new purchase was compared with the one in the collection; thus this collection is the “best” of the “best”. In several cases the poster is the only one I have ever seen.
1. Original 1925 Exposition Poster (Red) by Robert Bonfils. 23” x 15”.
2. Original 1925 Exposition Poster (Blue) by Robert Bonfils 23” x 15”.
3. Original 1925 Exposition Poster by Andre Girard, 23” x 15”
4. Original 1925 Exposition Poster by Charles Loupot. 23” x 15”.
5. Original 1925 Exposition Poster by Emile Antoine Bourdelle. 23” x 15”
6. Fiftieth Anniversary 1925 Exposition Poster (Bonfils) 23” x 15”
7. Bond Offering for 1925 Exposition Poster by Henry Rapin & Camile Boignard. 47” x 31”.
8. Bond for 1925 Exposition. 11” x 10”.
9. Etching given to Exhibitors and Judges at 1925 Exposition by Louis Pierre Rigal. 18” x 26”.
All the posters are professionally laid down on canvas with archival matting, presented in ebonized wood frames and glazed with UV Plexiglas.
It is improbable that, 85 years after the Exposition, such a collection could be assembled again.
The Collection will only be sold as complete. Please e-mail us if you need more photographs or additional information.
French Art Deco 1931 Paris Colonial Exposition Poster by Neziere
This vintage striking French art deco stone lithograph poster for the 1931 Paris Colonial Exposition is by Joseph de la Neziere (1873 – 1944) who was famous in that period as a watercolorist specializing in oriental art. The poster is signed in the stone on the lower right “J. de la Neziere” and noted on the lower left “Imp de Vaugirard, Paris 1928”. The poster measures 47-1/4” x 31-1/2” and is in a black ebonized frame measuring 53” x 36-1/4”. It is in “A” condition.
Art Deco 1935 Bruxelles Exposition Poster by Marfurt
This Belgian art deco vintage stone lithographic poster by Leo Marfurt ( 1894-1977) promotes the 1935 Bruxellles Exposition Universelle. The poster shows Atlas against an orange green shield holding the world. The poster, which is sponsored by the “Chemins de Fer Belges” was produced by Les Creations Publicitaires in Brussels. It is signed on the upper right “Marfurt”, measues 39” x 24” and is presented in an ebonized wood frame.
1925 Paris Exposition French Art Deco Poster by Bourdelle
The rarest and considered the most beautiful of the 1925 Paris Exposition posters. This vintage poster was created by Emile-Antoine Bourdelle (1861 - 1929). Bourdelle was a highly regarded sculptor, painter and illustrator. Upon his death in 1929 Anatol France called him "The most famous Frenchman of his time". the stone lithograph captures the delicate colors of Bourdelle's composition including the elusive violet. The poster measures 23" x 15".
1937 Paris International Exposition French Art Deco Colin Poster
This vintage stone lithographic poster for the 1937 Paris International Exposition was created by Paul Colin (1892 - 1985) who, along with Carlu, Cassandre and Cappiello, dominated French poster design between World Wars I and II. The four color lithographic work showing the head of liberty with her hair covering the globe against a field of black, yellow, red and blue with stars and clouds is superb. The poster measures 29" x 21" framed in black lacquer and was printed by Jules Simon, Paris
Paris 1937 International Exposition Art Deco Carlu Poster
This poster for the Paris 1937 International Exposition was created by the French master, Jean Carlu (1900 – 1997). Carlu, who was in charge of the graphic arts pavilion at the 1937 Exposition designed this four color stone lithographic poster showing the head of Marianne, symbol of the French republic, superimposed on the flags of the participating countries. Printed by Jules Simon, Paris. The poster measures 50 1/2" x 35".
1937 Paris Exposition French Art Deco Villemot and Bouissoud Poster
This Elegant poster for the 1937 Paris International Exposition was created by Bernard Villemot (1911-1989) and Paul Bouissoud and produced by L. Daniel of Paris and Lille. A woman in a tricolor cape symbolizing Paris holds an architectural model with Paris in the background featuring the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe. The poster measures 19" x 9 3/4" and 26 3/8" x 18 1/4" overall, framed.
Hildery 1937 Exposition French Art Deco Poster
This rare Paris 1937 Exposition poster was created in France “By and for the French State Railways" for the American Market. The poster is dominated by the Statue of Liberty and the Eiffel Tower (with the 1937 Exhibition buildings in the background) over a map of France in yellow. Lines lead from Liberty's torch to the French ports of Cherbourg and Le Havre (ports of entry for steamships) to Paris…connected by the French Railway. Signed in the stone “Hildery 36" and printed by Publimp-Nadal in Paris. The poster measures 40" x 20" (framed).
1937 French Art Deco International Exposition Poster by Beaudoin & Lods
This vintage stone lithographic poster for the Paris 1937 International Exposition was created by Eugene Beaudoin (1898 -?) and Marcel Lods (1891 - 1978). Its co-creators were architects who were responsible for the overall design of the 1937 International Exposition. This is the only poster the pair ever produced. This stone lithographic poster in pastel shades of blue, pink and grey shows three skywriting airplanes spelling "Paris" over the city. This poster won first prize in a poster Competition held by the Minestry of Commerce for the 1937 Exposition. Printed by Jules Simon, Paris. The poster measures 39 ½" x 24 ½".
French Art Deco 1937 Paris Exposition Poster by Leonetto Cappiello
A hauntingly beautiful vintage stone lithographic French art deco poster for the Paris 1937 International Exhibition. Designed by Leonetto Cappiello (1875 – 1942) for the “Ministere du Commerce et de L'Industrie" and printed by “Creations Des Editions Nouvelles Cappiello = Edimo 15 Rue Galvani, Paris XVII". The allegorical figures representing art and technology are gowned in blueprint blue. They stand out against multi-colored banners and streamers. Technology holds mechanical drawing tools while art passes her the sacred flame. This poster is in a black lacquer frame measuring 48" x 32".
Dutch Art Deco Exhibition Poster
This rare Dutch art deco stone lithographic poster was executed in 1922 by Leo Gestel (1881 – 1941). The poster announces an exhibition to be held September 4 to 9, 1922. Done in shades of gray with touches of peach on cheek and lips of Mercury. The Secessionist style poster measures 41” x 29”.
Girard 1925 Expo Poster
The rarest and probably most striking of the 1925 Paris “Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes” posters. Designed by Andre Girard (1901 – 1968), the poster shows a mass of humanity rising pyramid- like toward a chalice. Factories and smokestacks form a second pyramid in the background. Like the 1925 Expo Posters by Bonfils, Loupot and Bourdelle, this poster measures 23” x 13”.
1939 Worlds Fair Poster with Tommy Dorsey
This American art deco Worlds Fair stone lithographic poster by Albert Staehle (1899 – 1974) has stunning fresh deep vibrant colors and something extra, a second sheet advertising an employees’ jubilee with dancing to Tommy Dorsey. The poster measures 41” x 20” and is in an ebonized black frame.
Turzak Chicago Worlds Fair poster
An American art deco poster showing a birdseye view of Chicago prior to the 1933 World's Fair by Charles Turzak (1899 - 1986) and Henry Chapman. This stone lithographic poster shows the stockyards, steel mills, Lincoln & Grant parks with 18 airplanes flying around the city. The more you look, the more you see. The poster measures 22" x 36" (image) in a new black wood frame with plexiglas cover measuring 28" x 43" overall.
1939 World’s Fair Poster - Smith
This American art deco stone lithographic poster for the 1939 World's Fair was designed by Robert Harmer Smith (1906 - ?) and published by The Polygraphic Company of America in New York City. The festive, appropriately patriotic design, featuring a statuesque All-American beauty, who encourages us to pass our summer vacations at the 1939-1940 New York World's Fair. The event celebrated the 150th anniversary of George Washington's inauguration as President in New York City, while thematically heralding "The World of Tomorrow". The poster measures 30" x 20" and is in a new black lacquer frame with a Plexiglas cover, measuring 36" x 25" overall.
1939 World’s Fair Poster - Atherton
This American art deco stone lithographic poster for the 1939 World's Fair was designed by John Atherton (1900 - 1952) and published by Grinnell Litho Co., in New York City. The Trylon, Persisphere and Geosphere, otherwise known as Earth, all in the lap of Liberty are the elements of this striking Fair poster. The poster measures 30" x 20" and is in a new black lacquer frame with a Plexiglas cover, measuring 36" x 25" overall.
1939 World’s Fair Poster - Binder
This American art deco stone lithographic poster for the 1939 World's Fair was designed by Joseph Binder (1898 - 1972) and printed by Grinnell Litho of New York. The Trylon and Persiphere, ubiquitous symbols of the Fair, glow like celestial objects against a night sky. Airplanes, searchlights, skyscrapers and an ocean liner provide other signs of modernity in this design, first-prize winner of the poster contest organized by the Fair's sponsors. The poster measures 30" x 20" and is in a new black lacquer frame with a Plexiglas cover measuring 36" x 25" overall.
1939 World’s Fair Poster - Staehle
A World's Fair hostess gives a wave in front of the Trylon and Perisphere, symbols of the 1939 Worldsâ Fair, while fireworks explode in the evening sky at the Fair's opening ceremonies. This beautiful poster was created by Albert Staehle (1899 - 1974). The poster measures 30" x 20".
1925 Blue Bonfils
This is the rarely seen companion poster for the Paris 1925 Exposition by Robert Bonfils (1886 – 1971). The same image is shown except in blue & black rather than the red & black. The poster measures 24" x 16".