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Artist: Steinlen Printer: Chaix Imprimerie, Paris Size: 12 x 16″ / 30.5 x 40.6 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined Year: 1895-9 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
MOTORCYCLES COMIOT BY STEINLEN FOR LES MAITRES DE L’AFFICHE 1897
Les Maitres de l’affiche were stone lithographs printed by the Chaix Imprimerie in paris between the years 1895 and 1899. The celebrated the masters of the posters of that period. Paris for 4 plates to arrive every month. The plate is in excellent condition.
Title: Vintage 1963 Lambretta Scooter Poster by Pietro Vera – Excellent Condition
Artist: Vera, Pietro Printer: Milano Size: 39 x 55″ / 100 x 140 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: offset lithograph Year: 1963 Condition & Comments: excellent
Description:
The poster is of a Vintage Lambretta scooter poster from 1963, featuring an iconic design by Pietro Vera. This original poster is a true gem for scooter enthusiasts, collectors of vintage advertising art, or anyone with a passion for retro Italian style.
Description
Advertising poster for Socovel motorcycles, printed in Brussels in 1948. Socovel (Société pour l’étude et la construction de véhicules électriques) was a Belgian manufacturer best known in the 1940s for its electric motorcycles, developed during World War II when petrol was scarce. By the late 1940s, the company also promoted small petrol-powered machines as fuel supplies normalized. This lithograph poster was printed by Imprimerie Marci, Bruxelles and is professionally mounted on linen in excellent condition.
Artist: Anonymous
Date: c.1948
Printer: Imprimerie Marci, Bruxelles
Size: 34 × 25 inches (approx. 86 × 64 cm)
Print Type: Lithograph
Condition: Excellent “A,” on linen
Comments: Original motorcycle advertising poster for Socovel, printed in Brussels in 1948. Linen backed and in excellent condition.
The Schmidt’s beer poster from the early 1960s features a couple riding bicycles, each carrying a six-pack of Schmidt’s beer in their front baskets. The slogan reads, “Give your thirst a taste of life… Go… Schmidt’s of Philadelphia.”
Poster Details
Measuring 23.5 x 45 inches, the poster was produced by C. Schmidt & Sons, Inc. It was printed on glossy paper and is often linen-mounted for preservation.
Brewery History
Founded in 1860 by Christian Schmidt, the brewery became one of Philadelphia’s largest. It was known for producing American lagers and expanded its distribution across the northeastern U.S.
Marketing and Closure
Schmidt’s promoted its beer through various advertisements, including the bicycle-themed poster. The brewery closed in 1987 due to competition from national brands, but its name remains associated with Philadelphia’s brewing history.
Artist: Anon Printer: L Schmidt & sons, Philadelphia Size: 114 x 60 cm/ 45 x 23.5 in On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: offset lithograph Year: 1960’s original Condition & Comments: excellent
Artist: Alexis Kow Printer: Imprimerie Lyon Size: 31 x 47 ” / 80 x 120 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1950c Condition & Comments: excellent condition
Alexis Kow long known for his exceptional posters of Race Cars does this poster later in his career featuring the Starlett Motor Scooter. Make your life like a film its more than a motorycle than just a scooter !! excellent on linen
Bibendum Michelin Man Italian Bicycle Tires 1950 ORIGINAL VINTAGE POSTER