Original antique advertising poster for Vernet natural sparkling mineral water, printed circa 1900. Known as “The Pearl of Mineral Waters,” the poster depicts fairies pouring the precious bottled water associated with the Ardèche region of France, celebrated for its rivers and natural springs. This large-format composition was printed by traditional stone lithography in rich colors and remains one of the more striking French mineral water posters of the period. This is the original printing.
Details:
Title: Vernet Eaux Minérales Gazeuses Naturelles
Date: c1900
Printer: Imprimerie Pichot
Size: 54 x 84 inches / 138 x 215 cm
On/Off Linen: on linen
Print Technique: Stone lithograph
Condition & Comments: Excellent condition, original printing linenbacked ready for framing or display
Artist: Jean Jacquelin Size: 16 x 24 in / 40 x 60 cm On/Off Linen: on linen Print Technique: Offset lithograph Year: 1974 original printing Condition & Comments: Excellent A condition
24 Hours of Lemans poster 1974 ORIGINAL by Jean Jacquelin
Poster showing the past and present races at Le Mans. This is the original with artwork by renown artist jean jacquelin
Paris was created by Paul Colin in 1946 for the Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer Français (French National Railways). The design brings together several of the city’s most recognized landmarks, including the Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Eiffel Tower. In the foreground, doves in flight add a symbolic note of peace in the post-war period.
The composition uses vibrant blue, red, gold, and cream tones on a light blue background, with the title lettering along the lower edge printed in gold ink. Printed in lithography, this mid-century French travel poster reflects the optimism and renewed cultural life of Paris in the years following World War II.
Title: Paris
Artist: Paul Colin
Date: 1946
Commissioner: SNCF – Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer Français
Size: 24.5 × 39.5 in
Print Type: Lithograph
Condition: Excellent A on linen
Comments: Features the Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Eiffel Tower, with doves symbolizing peace. Gold-ink title lettering along the lower edge.
NICE PIERRE COMBA C1910 LA REINE DE LA COTE D’AZUR BY
Nice, La Reine de la Côte d’Azur” translates to “Nice, the Queen of the South of France.” Pierre Comba created this poster, depicting a local woman dressed in the region’s fashion of that era. She stands with a view of the port, followed by the Promenade des Anglais stretching along the coast. Her hands hold flowers, used to produce French perfumes in Grasse, a nearby mountain town. Moullot Imprimerie, one of the most renowned printers with locations in Paris and Marseille, printed this poster. It remains in excellent condition on linen.
Artist: Pierre Comba Printer: Mullet, Marseille Size: 109 x 81 cm / 42.91 x 31.89 inches On/Off Linen: On Linen Year: 1910 Condition & Comments: Excellent
1933 Le Mans Englebert Commemorative Poster Tazio Nuvolari and Raymond Sommer
Le Mans where Tazio Nuvolari and Raymond Sommer won in the Alfa Romeo 8C-2300 MM-LM. Tazio Nuvolari, an Italian racing driver. Raymond Sommer, a French racing driver, both had successful careers in motorsports during the early to mid-20th century.
The Alfa Romeo 8C-2300 was a successful racing car produced by the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo in the 1930s. The “MM” in its name stands for Mille Miglia, a famous Italian endurance race, and “LM” could stand for Le Mans, another iconic endurance race. This 8C-2300 is known for its performing well and its numerous racing victories during its time.
If you have more details about the specific race or event you’re referring to, I can provide more information. Otherwise, if you have any specific questions about Tazio Nuvolari, Raymond Sommer, or the Alfa Romeo 8C-2300, feel free to ask!
Artist: Belgian On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: Lithograph Size: 16.5 x 24 inches
Year: 1933 original printing Condition & Comments: Condition is A-/B+ with restored pinholes, well done, presents excellently
