Step into the world of elegance with the legendary René Gruau, Italy’s fashion and haute couture maestro. Born in Rimini in 1909, Gruau’s journey to the top began at age 14, leading him to Paris, where he worked with icons like Christian Dior and contributed to magazines such as Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar. His artistry extended beyond fashion to iconic posters for the Lido, Moulin Rouge, Dolce Vita, and brands like Omega and Air France. Gruau’s timeless legacy continues to inspire art, fashion, and poster design. Celebrate his influence with Poster France.
Vintage cabaret poster created by René Gruau for the Lido Gala Revue in Paris, titled Pourquoi Pas! The work reflects Gruau’s celebrated style, combining bold lines and minimal color with an elegant sense of movement, perfectly suited to the glamour of the Lido. This is the second printing of the poster, produced by Imprimerie Gravenne in Paris.
Artist René Gruau
Date 1980s
Printer Imprimerie Gravenne, Paris
Size approx. 15.5 x 23.5 in.
Print Type Offset lithograph
Condition Excellent “A” on linen
Comments Second printing of the original Lido cabaret poster for the revue Pourquoi Pas! by René Gruau. Mounted on linen, excellent condition.
Artist: René Gruau
Title: Lido – Quelle nuit !
Year: 1964
Size: 320 x 480 cm / 126 x 189 inches
Format: Large Billboard Poster
Condition: Excellent
Linen Backed: unlined delay of 3 weeks to linenback
Original monumental billboard poster designed by René Gruau for the Lido de Paris revue “Quelle nuit !” (Revue enchantée) created by Pierre-Louis Guérin and René Fraday in 1964.
This is the true large-format advertising printing measuring approximately 320 x 480 cm (126 x 189 inches), produced for outdoor display. The scale places it among the largest format posters issued for the Lido and represents Gruau’s bold graphic style associated with Parisian fashion and cabaret imagery.
To our knowledge, and after extensive review of auction records and gallery references, no other surviving example of this oversized billboard format has been documented. This appears to be the only currently known example of this monumental printing.
Printed for public exhibition and large-scale posting, this format was intended for billboard or prominent exterior display.
An authentic and exceptionally rare oversized work by René Gruau created for the 1964 Lido revue “Quelle nuit !”.
Artist: René Gruau
Title: Lido Prestige
Year: 1957
Size: 187 x 134 inches (approx. 475 x 340 cm)
Format: Large Billboard Poster
Condition: Excellent
Linen Backed: linenbacking 3 weeks delay
Original large-format billboard poster for the Lido de Paris, designed by René Gruau. This monumental advertising piece was produced for outdoor display and represents one of the largest format printings associated with the Lido cabaret.Measuring approximately 187 by 134 inches, this is a true billboard format, far larger than standard poster sizes. Gruau’s characteristic graphic style and bold, elegant linework are evident in the composition, consistent with his long association with fashion and Parisian entertainment imagery.Printed for public advertising, this piece was intended for large-scale exterior display. Please review images carefully for condition details appropriate to its size and original use.An authentic and exceptionally rare large-format work by René Gruau created for the Lido de Paris.
Original billboard-size poster by René Gruau created for the Lido de Paris revue Grand Prix in 1964. The revue was conceived by Pierre-Louis Guérin and René Fraday and featured the celebrated Bluebell Girls. This design reflects Gruau’s signature graphic style associated with Parisian fashion, cabaret, and theatrical advertising.
This is the monumental billboard format measuring approximately 320 x 480 cm (189 x 126 inches). Posters of this scale were produced for large exterior display and were typically issued in multiple panels for street posting. Due to their intended outdoor use, very few examples of this size survive.
Printed by Imprimerie Wagrevitch, Paris. An authentic original printing from 1964.
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Artist: René Gruau
Title: Lido – Grand Prix
Year: 1964
Printer: Imprimerie Wagrevitch, Paris
Size: 189 x 126 inches / 320 x 480 cm
Print Technique: Lithograph
On / Off Linen: 3 week delay to linen-back before delivery
Condition & Comments: Excellent condition on linen
Artist: Gruau, Rene Printer: Dior Size: 16 x 24″ / 40 x 60 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: offset lithograph Year: 1987 Condition & Comments: Excellent condition on linen
Hommage a Christian Dior by Rene Gruau on linen 1987
Poster using artwork by Rene Gruau for an exhibition commemorating his artwork for the fashion industry amongst others taking place at the Museum of Arts de la Mode in 1987 . Located in the heart of Paris, the Musée de la Mode (Fashion Museum) is part of the Musée des Arts Décoratifs and features an impressive array of fashion artifacts, including historical clothing and contemporary designs.
The “Hommage à Christian Dior” poster is an iconic piece commemorating the legendary French fashion designer Christian Dior, often associated with the world of haute couture and art.
Artist: Gruau, Rene Size: 16 x 24″ / 40 x 60 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: offset lithograph
Comments FOR THE FAMOUS BRAND OF FRENCH COOKIES USING FASHIONABLE LADY. Rene Gruau was famous for his work with fashion houses like Dior and others and this lady couldn’t be more fashionable. Poster is in excellent condition on linen.
Original advertising poster created by Rene Gruau for a Dior perfume campaign. The design reflects Gruau’s distinctive fashion illustration style, characterized by bold brushwork, strong use of color, and elegant simplified forms. Gruau worked extensively with the fashion industry and maintained a long association with the House of Dior, producing numerous advertisements and promotional images for the brand from the late 1940s onward.
Artist: Gruau, Rene
Printer: Dior
Size: 47 x 63 inches / 120 x 160 cm
On / Off Linen: On linen
Print Technique: Offset lithograph
Year: 1980
Condition & Comments: Excellent condition on linen.
Artist: Gruau, Rene Printer: Dior Size: 47 x 63 ” / 120 x 160 cm On / Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: Offset lithograph Year: 1980 Condition & Comments: Excellent condition on linen
Poster is a an original printing done for Dior’s campaign for its perfume. It is in excellent condition and mounted on linen. Rene Gruau did much work for the Fashion industry and this piece is no exception. In original excellent condition on linen
Artist: Gruau, Rene Printer: Dior Size: 47 x 63 ” / 120 x 160 cm On / Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: Offset lithograph Year: 1980 Condition & Comments: Excellent condition on linen
Poster is a an original printing done for Dior’s campaign for its perfume. It is in excellent condition and mounted on linen. Rene Gruau did much work for the Fashion industry and this piece is no exception. In original excellent condition on linen
René Gruau – Rimini Sun Girl, 2000 Original Italian Adriatic Beach Travel Poster
Original offset lithograph poster by René Gruau, created for the city of Rimini to promote the Adriatic resort. Gruau designed two different posters for Rimini; this example, commonly known as the “Rimini Sun Girl,” presents a stylized female figure embodying the summer atmosphere of the seaside destination.
Printed in 2000 by Commune Rimini, this work continues Gruau’s tradition of fashion-inspired imagery, using simplified forms and bold color to convey elegance and leisure. The poster measures 27 × 38.3 inches and has been professionally linen-backed for conservation.
