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.
Original poster Lugano Vendemmia by Daniel Buzzi, created in 1964 for the Festa della Vendemmia (Grape Harvest Festival) on Lake Lugano, Switzerland. Printed by Traub in Zurich, this lithograph measures 25 × 39 in. and has been professionally mounted on linen. Preserved in excellent “A” condition.
The Festa della Vendemmia was an annual autumn celebration in Lugano, highlighting the grape harvest with parades, music, costumes, and the tasting of wines from the Ticino region. The event became one of Lugano’s most popular festivals, drawing both locals and visitors to celebrate Swiss-Italian cultural traditions.
Daniel Buzzi (1914–1983) was a Swiss painter and graphic designer active in the mid-20th century. Known for his clear, bold poster compositions, Buzzi worked on cultural and commercial projects that helped shape modern Swiss poster design. His work for the Lugano wine festival is among his best-known contributions, combining lively imagery with the Swiss tradition of festival advertising.
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Artist: Daniel Buzzi
Title: Lugano Vendemmia
Date: 1964
Printer: Traub, Switzerland
Size: 25 × 39 in. (64 × 99 cm)
Print Type: Lithograph
On Linen: Yes
Condition: Excellent “A”
Roma Mercato di Traiano by Vittorio Grassi 1925 RARE
Artist: Grassi, Vittorio Printer: Enit Size: 27.5 x 39 in / 70 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: Lithograph Year: 1925 Condition & Comments: Nice condition with slight restoration
Original Authentic poster for travel to Rome with a view on the ancient Roman Marketplace. Poster created for the Enit of Italian Railways with artwork by Vittorio Grassi in 1925. RARE
Padova by Barbi Benvignati in 1949 lihtograph for Enit RARE
Artist: Barbi Benvignati Printer: Barabino & Graeve Size: 27.5 x 39 ” / 70 x 100 cm On / Off Linen: Delay approx 2 weeks to linen-back before delivery Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1949 Condition & Comments: Excellent
Original Authentic poster for travel to Padov on the Enit of Italian Railways done in 1949.The statue of the Trojan Horse, with the Basilica di Sant’Antonio in the background, . RARE
Venezia was issued by the Italian State Tourist Office (ENIT) circa 1950 and printed by Pizzi & Pizio, Milano–Roma. The composition uses the distinctive silhouette of a gondola’s prow (ferro) as a frame for a view of St. Mark’s Clock Tower (Torre dell’Orologio), with its bell and the bronze figures known as the “Moors.”
The poster was produced in offset lithography and reflects the mid-century ENIT approach of combining strong graphic shapes with a single, recognizable landmark to promote Italian destinations.
Artist: Musati, Arnaldo Printer: gros monti, Torino Size: 27.5 x 39 ” / 70 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1949 Condition & Comments: Excellent
Original Authentic poster for travel to the mountains of Val DAosta where you will find this very pretty shepherd tending the goats at the Jolie Bergere Peroula. Located at 1370 M of Altitude. excellent original
Ravenna was created by Giovanni Guerrini circa 1930 for ENIT (Italian State Tourist Office) and the Italian Railways to promote travel to the historic city in Emilia-Romagna. The design shows a view toward the Basilica of San Vitale, one of Ravenna’s most important monuments, celebrated for its Byzantine mosaics.
Printed in lithography, the poster reflects the interwar period’s focus on highlighting Italy’s regional cultural heritage. This example has been mounted on linen for preservation and is in excellent condition.
Title: Ravenna
Artist: Giovanni Guerrini
Date: c.1930
Printer: ENIT (Italian Railways)
Size: 27 × 39 in
Print Type: lithograph
Condition: Excellent on linen
Comments: Features a view toward the Basilica of San Vitale. Rare original Italian travel poster issued for ENIT and the Italian Railways.
Cosulich Line ships to around the world with design by A Dondoli 1939 on linen excellent
Artist: Dondoli, A Printer: Arti Grafiche, Modiano Trieste Size: 27.5 x 39 ” / 70 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1939 Condition & Comments: Excellent
Original Authentic poster for Cosulich line in 1939. In excellent condition on linen original. For travel to the USA the artist uses the drama of American Indians peering out at the oversized steamship line approaching.
Santo Stefano d’Aveto by Mario Puppo original 1st printing 1955
Artist: Puppo, Mario Printer: Sigla, Genoa Size: 27.5 x 39 ” / 70 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: offset lithograph Year: 1955 Condition & Comments: excellent A
Mario Puppo a prolific post WWII Italian Artist created many posters for the Enit of Italian Railways. This poster thought to be created around 1955 when he did his greatest body of work for the Enit Railways. Lady with wooden ski’s fashionably attired for the mountains at Santo Stefano D’Aveto.
Artist: Guerrini, Giovanni Printer: Enit Size: 27.5 x 39 ” / 70 x 100 cm On/Off Linen: On Linen Print Technique: lithograph Year: 1927 Condition & Comments: excellent condition with very light unobtrusive fold lines
A Very Graphic design by Giovanni Guerrini in 1927 for the Port of Cesenatico. Located on the Italian Riviera on the Adriatic side near Rimini. The port connected to by a Canal that was designed by Leonardo Da Vinci and dates back to 1500. Colorful piece and rarely comes up for sale.
Pantomime by Ibels for L'Estampe Moderne 1897 original plate 
1984 Grand Prix Automobile of Monaco P. Bérenguier on linen 
Razzia Paris Poster Auctions NYC 1992 
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ARTEMIS BY A DONNAY for L'Estampe Moderne 1897 original plate 
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Automobiles Charron poster by Leonetto Cappiello 1906 original RARE 
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The Beatles by Richard Avedon Pop Art Poster Set (1967) originals 
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