French Loto – Mermaid Poster (1989) by Bernard Villemot
Designed in 1989 by the celebrated French poster artist Bernard Villemot (1911–1989), this original French advertising poster was created for the Loterie Nationale to promote its summer holiday drawing, offering a potential jackpot of 33 million francs. Villemot portrays a reclining mermaid with a numbered tail, lounging on a beach under a radiant sky—a witty, elegant image of chance and seaside leisure.
Printed by A. Karcher, Aubervilliers, this large-format work represents one of Villemot’s final poster designs, completed in the year of his passing. It exemplifies his hallmark blend of graphic simplicity, strong color, and visual charm that defined postwar French poster art.
Details
Artist: Bernard Villemot (1911–1989)
Title: French Loto – Mermaid Poster
Year: 1989
Printer: A. Karcher, Aubervilliers
Printing Technique: Offset lithograph
Size: 47 x 69 inches
Linen: Unlined
Condition: Excellent
Comments
Original 1989 French Loto poster by Bernard Villemot featuring a mermaid reclining on a beach, created for the national lottery’s holiday drawing. Printed by A. Karcher, Aubervilliers. Excellent condition, vivid color, and an iconic late example by Villemot.
Razzia Louis Vuitton Bagatelle 1989 hand signed original (Gerard Courbouleix)
Poster created by French artist Razzia for the 1989 Concours d’Élégance Automobiles Classiques held at the Parc de Bagatelle in Paris, an annual showcase of rare and prestigious automobiles hosted by Louis Vuitton. The composition captures a glamorous woman in high fashion attire standing beside a Ferrari California Spyder (1959), one of the most coveted sports cars of its era.
Razzia’s style, with its bold lines, strong color fields, and refined Art Deco influence, perfectly complements the elegance of both the setting and the subject. The Parc de Bagatelle, with its manicured gardens and historic château, provided an ideal backdrop for an event celebrating beauty, craftsmanship, and exclusivity.
Bagatelle 1989 – Louis Vuitton
Artist: Razzia (Gérard Courbouleix-Dénériaz)
Printer: Razzia
Size: 20 × 30 in / 51 × 76 cm
On/Off Linen: Unlined
Print Technique: lithograph
Year: 1989
Condition & Comments: Excellent “A” condition; hand-signed by the artist.
Artist: Razzia Printer: Louis Vuitton Size: 47 x 63″ / 120 x 160 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined Print Technique: serigraph
Razzia Louis Vuitton Bagatelle 1998 hand signed original (Gerard Courbouleix)
Louis Vuitton sponsored a Car show every year in the Bagatelle parc Paris and each year Razzia created a new image.
The poster is hand-signed by the artist and comes directly from him. Unlike some sellers who only claim to offer original hand-signed Razzia posters, ours are guaranteed to be authentic. We can provide a Certificate of Authenticity if you ask for one.
Artist: Razzia Printer: Caza Imprimerie, Paris Size: 28 x 37″ / 71 x 94 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined Print Technique: Serigraph Year: 1983
Razzia Pasta Al Dente Brothers original (Gerard Courbouleix)
Original poster coming direct from Razzia and hand signed by the artist in permanent marker.
The poster is hand-signed by the artist and comes directly from him. Unlike some sellers who only claim to offer original hand-signed Razzia posters, ours are guaranteed to be authentic. We can provide a Certificate of Authenticity if you ask for one.
Artist: Razzia Printer: Caza Imprimerie, Paris Size: 28 x 37″ / 71 x 94 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined Print Technique: Serigraph Year: 1983
Razzia Pasta Al Dente Brothers original (Gerard Courbouleix)
The poster is hand-signed by the artist and comes directly from him. Unlike some sellers who only claim to offer original hand-signed Razzia posters, ours are guaranteed to be authentic. We can provide a Certificate of Authenticity if you ask for one.
Artist: Cassandre Printer: Cassandre Estate, Paris Size: 46 x 35″ / 117 x 89 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1985 Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
LMS Best Way by AM Cassandre 1985
Poster Created by the estate of Cassandre in 1985 to pay tribute to his most famous image. It is done in fine lithography and on arches canson paper. Printed in a limited edition this is 1/2 the price you will find this poster for.
APPROVAL 2020-21-10-02 By the ESTATE OF AM.CASSANDRE
Artist: Fix-Masseau Size: 25 x 39″ / 62 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: Unlined Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1982
Exactitude by Fix Masseau original travel poster on arches paper
Fix Masseau originally did this poster in 1932 and then this was reprinted by the original printer in 1982 on Arches water color paper. It is an official printing and original. in excellent condition
In 1980, Champagne Castellane reissued a special commemorative series of its most famous poster designs to celebrate its advertising legacy. This smaller-format edition (16 x 24 inches) was printed directly by Castellane in France using offset lithography and faithfully reproduces the original design by Leonetto Cappiello. The poster is in excellent condition, mounted on quality paper, and was part of the official limited promotional campaign issued by the champagne house.
Description and History
Leonetto Cappiello (1875–1942) was one of the most celebrated poster artists of the early 20th century, often called the father of modern advertising. Known for his bold colors and whimsical compositions, Cappiello revolutionized commercial art by replacing the elaborate Art Nouveau style with striking, simplified imagery focused on single, memorable figures.
Cappiello’s Champagne de Castellane poster design originally dates from the early 20th century and features his trademark dynamic energy—a joyful, celebratory spirit perfectly suited to the brand’s refined image. Castellane, one of France’s oldest Champagne houses founded in Épernay in 1895, became renowned for its distinctive red diagonal stripe label and its association with French elegance and festivity.
The 1980 reissue by Castellane served both as a tribute to the golden age of poster art and as an homage to Cappiello’s enduring influence on advertising and design.
Artist: Leonetto Cappiello
Date: 1980
Printer: Castellane
Size: 16 x 24 inches
Print Type: Offset Lithography
Condition: Excellent “A”
Comments: Official 1980 reissue by Champagne Castellane in celebration of its historic poster campaigns.
The Moulin Rouge the most famous Cabaret in the world from the 1890’s right up to today. Frenesie Watusi with 40 Dancers doing the Cancan and other spectacular acts. Poster is in excellent condition on linen A. The act featuring the 40 Chorus girls dancing the Cancan and the Watusi.
The “Frenesie Watusi” was a performance featured at the Moulin Rouge in Paris, known for its vibrant and extravagant shows. This revue became a key part of the cabaret’s repertoire in the 1960s and 1970s. The performance combined sensuality and exoticism, blending traditional and contemporary dance styles. Inspired by the popular Watusi dance of the time, it showcased energetic movements with bold and rhythmic steps.
The Moulin Rouge was famous for its exotic themes, and the “Frenesie Watusi” performance was no exception, capturing the energy and excitement of cultural references from different parts of the world. The dancers performed in vibrant costumes, adding visual flair and adding to the spectacle. This high-energy performance captivated audiences, with sensual choreography and evocative music, making it a thrilling part of the cabaret’s legendary history.
The Moulin Rouge’s legacy as a center of artistic expression continued with performances like “Frenesie Watusi,” contributing to its status as one of the most iconic cabarets in the world.
