TAPIES — OBJETS ET GRANDS FORMATS — GALERIE MAEGHT — 1972
Original exhibition poster issued for Antoni Tapies at Galerie Maeght in 1972. The design reflects the artist’s approach to surface and material, with a restrained composition and marks that are characteristic of his work during this period.
Antoni Tapies (1923–2012) was a major figure in postwar European art, known for his exploration of texture, symbolism, and non-traditional materials. By the early 1970s, his work had gained wide international recognition, and exhibitions at Galerie Maeght were central to presenting his large-scale paintings and related works.
Galerie Maeght in Paris was one of the leading venues for modern and contemporary art, regularly exhibiting important artists and producing high-quality lithographic posters to accompany its exhibitions.
Artist: Tapies, Antoni
Title: Objets et grands formats — Galerie Maeght
Printer: Mourlot (attributed)
Origin: France
Size: 20 x 31 inches / 51 x 79 cm
On / Off Linen: Unlined
Print Technique: Lithograph on paper
Year: 1972
Condition & Comments: Excellent condition. Original exhibition poster for Antoni Tapies at Galerie Maeght.
TETE DE FEMME III (DORA MAAR) — BERGGRUEN — 90 GRAVURES — PABLO PICASSO — 1971
Original exhibition poster published by Galerie Berggruen in 1971 to promote an exhibition of 90 original prints by Pablo Picasso. The image is based on Tete de Femme III, representing Dora Maar, one of Picasso’s most important muses. The composition reflects Picasso’s distinctive linear style and expressive treatment of the human figure.
The poster was designed by Henri Deschamps and printed by Mourlot, the renowned Paris lithographic workshop closely associated with many leading twentieth-century artists. It was produced under Picasso’s supervision and references his aquatint composition used for the exhibition.
Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) remains one of the most influential artists of modern art, and his portraits of Dora Maar are among the most recognized works of his later period. Posters issued by Galerie Berggruen are noted for their quality and for documenting important exhibitions of Picasso’s graphic work.
Artist: Picasso, Pablo
Title: Tete de Femme III — Berggruen — 90 Gravures
Printer: Mourlot, Paris
Publisher: Galerie Berggruen
Origin: France
Size: 20 x 27.5 inches / 51 x 70 cm
On / Off Linen: Unlined
Print Technique: Lithograph on paper
Year: 1971
Condition & Comments: Excellent A+ condition. Original exhibition poster after Picasso, designed by Henri Deschamps and printed by Mourlot for the Berggruen gallery exhibition of Picasso’s graphic works.
The 7th Voyage of Sinbad original 1st printing Poster on linen 1958
Artist: Italian Size: 27.5 x 39 in / 70 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: Offset lithograph Year: 1958 Condition & Comments: Excellent A
Rare poster for 7th Voyage of Sinbad Italian release original. Rare first printing for Italy important film of the time. Special Effects by Ray Harryhausen
Theaterkunst Ausstellung / Zurich — Carl Roesch — 1914
A striking and rare exhibition poster by Carl Roesch for the Theaterkunst Ausstellung (Theatrical Art Exhibition) held at the Museum of Applied Art in Zurich in 1914. The composition features a contemplative harlequin figure drawing back theater curtains, inviting the viewer behind the scenes into the world of costume and stage design. The image is both poetic and theatrical, capturing the spirit of early 20th-century stage arts with a refined and symbolic approach.
Carl Roesch (1884–1979), born in Diessenhofen, Switzerland, was a painter, graphic artist, and art teacher who studied fine and applied arts throughout Switzerland and Germany. After returning to his hometown in 1907, he developed a diverse career that included painting, graphic design, and large-scale decorative work such as murals, stained glass, and mosaics. His later work shows influences of Impressionism and Expressionism, while this early poster demonstrates a more structured and geometric approach, bridging his painterly sensibility with the emerging modernist graphic style of the period.
This design is one of only two known posters created by Roesch for the 1914 Theaterkunst exhibition, making it a particularly rare and important example of Swiss graphic design from the pre-war era. Executed in stone lithography, the poster reflects the highest standards of early 20th-century printing and remains exceptionally well preserved.
Details
Title: Theaterkunst Ausstellung / Zurich
Artist: Carl Roesch
Year: 1914
Size: 23.75 x 33.25 inches / 60 x 84 cm
On / Off Linen: On linen
Print Type: Stone lithograph
Condition: Excellent A
Comments: Original exhibition poster for the Theaterkunst Ausstellung in Zurich, featuring a harlequin figure revealing the theatrical world behind the curtain. One of two known designs by Roesch for this event.
A rare original first-release Italian two-sheet poster for Ulisse (The Odyssey), the landmark 1954 film adaptation of Homer’s epic poem. Starring Kirk Douglas as Ulysses and Silvana Mangano in the unforgettable dual roles of Penelope and Circe, the film was produced by Dino De Laurentiis and Carlo Ponti and directed by Mario Camerini. One of the earliest and most celebrated cinematic interpretations of The Odyssey, Ulisse became an international success and helped establish the great cycle of Italian epic films.
This magnificent first-release poster features outstanding artwork by C. Longhi and was printed in Rome by the renowned Vecchioni & Guadagno in 1954. Original Italian first-release posters for this classic are exceptionally rare, and this impressive two-sheet format is highly sought after by collectors. A superb combination of striking artwork and one of the greatest epic adventures ever brought to the screen.
Artist: C. Longhi
Title: Ulisse (The Odyssey)
Year: 1954
Printer: Vecchioni & Guadagno, Roma
Country: Italy
Size: 55 x 78 inches – 140 x 200 cm
Printing: Original first-release lithograph printed in two sheets
Condition: Nice condition. Professionally mounted on linen without restoration.
A genuine collector’s item and one of the finest original Italian posters for this classic adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey. Rarely found in any condition, especially as an unrestored, linen-backed first-release example.
Original 1939 lithograph by Robert Falcucci, printed by Imprimerie d’Art et Tourisme for the French National Railways (SNCF). This striking design promotes travel to the Vallée de Chevreuse, a picturesque region just southwest of Paris celebrated for its rolling hills, historic villages, and natural beauty. Falcucci illustrates the Vaux de Cernay, with reference to the Château de Dampierre and the Abbey of Port-Royal, landmarks tied closely to the area’s cultural history. At the time, the Vallée was also known as a circuit for early automobile tours beginning at Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, making this a poster that intersects both tourism and motoring heritage.
The poster is mounted on linen and preserved in excellent condition, rated “A,” with fresh colors and strong impression. A fine example of Falcucci’s work for French railways, combining elegance of design with a timeless subject that remains a favorite excursion for Parisians.
Title: Vallée de Chevreuse Artist: Robert Falcucci Date: 1939 Printer: Imprimerie d’Art et Tourisme Size: 24 x 39 inches (approx. 61 x 99 cm) Print Type: Lithograph Condition: Excellent “A,” professionally backed on linen
Comments: Issued by SNCF to promote the scenic Vallée de Chevreuse near Paris, with references to the Château de Dampierre, Port-Royal Abbey, and the Vaux de Cernay. The region was a popular motoring and cycling route in the interwar period and remains celebrated for its landscapes and historic sites. An outstanding and authentic example of French railway poster design.
VENISE — OPERETTE EN 3 ACTES — CHARLES GIR — c.1927
Original French poster advertising the operetta Venise, performed at the Theatre Marigny in Paris. The operetta was written in three acts with music by Tiarko Richepin, libretto by Andre Mouezy Eon, and lyrics by Albert Willemetz. The design by Charles Gir presents an elegant Art Deco theatrical composition promoting the production.
Charles Gir (Charles Felix Girard, 1883–1941) was an illustrator, poster artist, painter, and caricaturist active in Paris during the early twentieth century. Closely associated with the theatrical and cultural life of the city, he produced posters for stage productions and illustrated literary works, while also contributing cartoons and caricatures to satirical publications such as La Baionnette and Le Rire. Gir was also known as a violinist and maintained a strong interest in opera and theater, which is reflected in many of his poster designs.
Artist: Gir, Charles
Title: Venise – Operette en 3 actes
Printer: H. Chachoin, Paris
Publisher: Max Eschig et Cie, Paris
Size: 31 x 46 inches
On / Off Linen: On linen
Print Technique: Lithograph
Year: c.1927
Condition & Comments: A condition. Signed in the plate and dated lower left.
Original color lithographic poster created for the exhibition of works by Walasse Ting at Galerie Adrien Maeght, 42 rue du Bac, Paris 7. This is a period printing, relatively scarce in this format, featuring a striking reproduction of Ting’s work with vibrant, luminous colors. Signed in the plate.
Walasse Ting (1929–2010) was a Chinese-born artist whose work bridges Abstract Expressionism, CoBrA, and Pop Art. After early exhibitions in Hong Kong, he settled in Paris where he associated with artists such as Pierre Alechinsky while remaining independent of any formal movement. His work combines elements of traditional Chinese painting with a modern, expressive, and highly gestural style, often focusing on recurring subjects such as women, horses, and flowers. Ting described himself as an autodidact, working freely between Eastern and Western influences, and was awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship in 1970.
Artist: Walasse Ting
Year: 1974
Printer: Arte, Paris
Dimensions: 71 x 51 cm / 28 x 20 inches
Medium: Lithograph in colors
Condition: Excellent
Original 1997 Willi’s Wine Bar poster designed by Sophie Herxheimer and printed in Paris by Caza Imprimerie. Since 1984, Willi’s Wine Bar has commissioned a different artist each year to create a poster celebrating wine, resulting in a long-running series now considered highly collectible.
This edition is a serigraph on thick paper. Herxheimer’s lively, illustrative style conveys the convivial and spirited atmosphere of Willi’s, combining bold color and playful design.
The poster is unlined and remains in excellent condition.
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Details
Title: Willi’s Wine Bar
Artist: Sophie Herxheimer
Year: 1997
Printer: Caza Imprimerie, Paris
Size: 27.5 x 39 in / 70 x 100 cm
Print Technique: Serigraph on thick paper
Linen: Unlined
Condition: Excellent
The poster is unlined and remains in excellent condition.
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Details
Title: Willi’s Wine Bar
Artist: Sophie Herxheimer
Design Year: 1997
Print Year: 2000
Printer: Caza Imprimerie, Paris
Size: 27.5 x 39 in / 70 x 100 cm
Print Technique: Serigraph on vélin
Linen: Unlined
Condition: Excellent
Original 1997 Willi’s Wine Bar poster designed by Sophie Herxheimer and printed in Paris by Caza Imprimerie. Since 1984, Willi’s Wine Bar has commissioned a different artist each year to create a poster celebrating wine, resulting in a long-running series now considered highly collectible.
This edition is a serigraph on vélin paper, a fine wove stock often chosen for limited artist prints. Herxheimer’s lively, illustrative style conveys the convivial and spirited atmosphere of Willi’s, combining bold color and playful design.
The poster is unlined and remains in excellent condition.
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Details
Title: Willi’s Wine Bar
Artist: Sophie Herxheimer
Year: 1997
Printer: Caza Imprimerie, Paris
Size: 27.5 x 39 in / 70 x 100 cm
Print Technique: Serigraph on vélin
Linen: Unlined
Condition: Excellent
The poster is unlined and remains in excellent condition.
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Details
Title: Willi’s Wine Bar
Artist: Sophie Herxheimer
Design Year: 1997
Print Year: 2000
Printer: Caza Imprimerie, Paris
Size: 27.5 x 39 in / 70 x 100 cm
Print Technique: Serigraph on vélin
Linen: Unlined
Condition: Excellent
A beautiful exhibition poster for painter Yves Brayer, depicting a lone figure walking along a Provençal path filled with color and vegetation. The composition reflects Brayer’s deep connection to the landscapes of southern France, rendered with a rich, expressive sensitivity that defines his work.
Yves Brayer (1907–1990) was a prominent French painter who trained at the École des Beaux-Arts and exhibited at the Salon d’Automne and the Salon des Indépendants. He was elected to the Académie des Beaux-Arts in 1957. While best known for his evocative interpretations of Provence, Brayer traveled extensively, capturing the character of Spain, Italy, Morocco, and other regions with a distinctive, expressive style.
This poster was created for his 1972 exhibition at Galerie “65” in Cannes and printed by the renowned Mourlot studio in Paris. Mourlot is celebrated for producing some of the finest lithographic posters of the 20th century, working with artists such as Picasso, Léger, Miró, Matisse, and Chagall.
Printed as an original lithograph, the poster has strong decorative appeal and represents a fine example of French exhibition poster production from the period.
Details
Title: Yves Brayer (Provence) — Galerie “65” Cannes
Artist: Yves Brayer
Year: 1972
Size: 21 x 33.3 inches / 53 x 84 cm
On / Off Linen: Off linen
Condition: Excellent
Comments: Original lithograph exhibition poster printed by Mourlot for the 1972 exhibition of Yves Brayer at Galerie “65” in Cannes.
Lithographic plate reproducing the poster design Zolfi by Ettore Malerba, issued as part of the well-known Ricordi Portfolio. This series presented a selection of important poster designs printed by the Ricordi publishing house during the height of the Italian poster movement between the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The portfolio gathered together small-format reproductions of these works and was distributed internationally in the early twentieth century.
Casa Ricordi of Milan, originally a music publisher closely associated with the Italian opera world, developed a major lithographic printing workshop in the late nineteenth century. Through its printing department the firm produced posters for music, theatre, and commercial clients and became a central force in the development of the Italian poster. The artists working with Ricordi helped define the Italian version of Art Nouveau, often referred to as Stile Liberty.
Leopoldo Metlicovitz (1868–1944) was one of the principal designers associated with Ricordi. His posters and illustrations are recognized for their elegant compositions and refined color work, and he contributed numerous designs for theatre, publishing, and advertising.
Artist: Ettore Malerba
Title: Zolfi (Ricordi Portfolio plate)
Printer / Publisher: Ricordi, Milan
Size: 10 x 14 inches / 25 x 36 cm
On / Off Linen: Unlined
Print Technique: Lithograph
Year: c.1910
Condition & Comments: Excellent condition. Plate from the Ricordi portfolio series presenting reduced lithographic versions of notable Italian posters from the Ricordi workshop.
