Jules cheret

Jules Cheret I have chosen to write to Jules Cheret as my wish you were here artist. (1836-1932) The French painter and printmaker Jules Cheret (1836-1932) was the first artist to make his reputati…

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In this playful poster promoting toys for the 1897 New Year season at Louvre, one of Paris's largest department stores, we see Jules Chéret’s magical use of the classical figures from the Commedia dell' Arte. Chéret’s has masterfully silhouetted "Harlequin" in the background, featuring Clown and Columbine romping about effectively taking center stage, and below, a smiling Pierrot engaging the viewing audience. A delightful composition full of color and motion, certainly one of Cheret's…

The concept of a bright, bold, attention-grabbing poster isn’t a difficult one to understand today, but it wasn’t until the city of love approached the 20th century that Jules Chéret illuminated Paris streets with color lithography technique that would redefine the very concept of a poster – and daub cities around the world in vivid splashes of color… The post The historical vibrancy of vintage French posters appeared first on Invaluable.

Jules Cheret's iconic poster art has inspired artist for over 100 years. Take a look at his lovely art nouveau pieces!

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