{"title":"The Jules Chéret Collection","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"mamzelle-gavroche","title":"Mam'zelle Gavroche- Jules Chéret","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatapult yourself 140-years into the past with the dazzling 1885 show poster designed by legendary artist Jules Cheret. Designed to promote the 3-part Operetta written by Edmond Gondinet titled \"Mam'zelle Gavroche\", this piece does an expert job at capturing the groundbreaking induction of poster art. Jules Chéret, widely acclaimed as the father of the modern poster, effortlessly showcases his extraordinary talent as a French painter in this exquisitely engraved stone-lithograph. A true maestro of his craft, Chéret's artistry made an indelible mark in both the theatrical and advertising domains. His groundbreaking contributions continue to be celebrated, forever etching his name in the annals of artistic excellence. With his exceptional artistic prowess, Chéret skillfully transports you into the heart of Herve's comedic operetta. Donning a brilliant ensemble, a ferocious female drummer exudes confidence in her choice of attire—an enticing combination of stockings and a fitted crimson corset. Beneath her charming plaid skirt, a flash of yellow crinoline adds a touch of playful flair. With grace and precision, she wields her brass symbol in one hand, while her drumming hand strikes with rhythmic expertise. As her mesmerizing performance unfolds, the onlookers below are entranced, spellbound by her captivating presence. We're afraid we can't look away!Indulge in the artistic brilliance of Jules Cheret with this fantastic (and rare) piece of stage show history. Guaranteed to add the perfect flair of vintage to any space. Signed in plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31.0\" x 23.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Artist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jules Cheret\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fair, to  Poster has never been folded. Background toning and fading. Light border wear, stains and small border tears especially in the lower quadrant. Small areas of paper loss near border have been pieced in and large tears in lower half of poster have been repaired. Conservation mounted on linen. Please use zoom feature to get a better understanding of overall condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40830941462643,"sku":"P2379","price":875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/P2379-M.jpg?v=1684525903"},{"product_id":"grand-theatre-de-lexposition-palais-des-enfants","title":"Grand Théâtre de L'Exposition - Palais des Enfants","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis enchanting chromolithograph captures the joyous spirit of the 1889 Paris Exposition Universelle through the masterful hand of Jules Chéret, the father of the modern poster. Created to advertise the Grand Théâtre's Palais des Enfants—a family entertainment venue at the foot of the newly unveiled Eiffel Tower—the design showcases Chéret's signature 'Chérette': a vivacious young woman in sunshine yellow tumbling through a cascade of theatrical props.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMasks, marionettes, musical instruments, and clown dolls swirl around her in a dynamic diagonal composition that perfectly evokes the magic of children's theater. The poster promises an irresistible program: opéra-comique, ballets, pantomimes, clowneries, acrobatics, and marionettes—all for just fifty centimes by day or one franc by evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReproduced as Plate 221 in the legendary Les Maîtres de l'Affiche series by Imprimerie Chaix, this piece represents both a pivotal moment in poster art history and a charming window into the entertainments that delighted millions at the World's Fair that changed Paris forever. A standout piece for collectors of Belle Époque advertising art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Size\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.5\" x 11.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Artist\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jules Chéret\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-label=\"Condition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks\/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44186394951795,"sku":"IL6759-3","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/IL6759-3.jpg?v=1767382520"},{"product_id":"saxoleine-courrier-francais-supplement-by-jules-cheret-1896","title":"Saxoléine by Jules Chéret","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis original stone lithograph by Jules Chéret, known as “the father of the modern poster,” is a vibrant example of Belle Époque advertising art. Published as a supplement to \u003cem\u003eLe Courrier Français\u003c\/em\u003e on January 26, 1896, and printed by Imprimerie Chaix’s dedicated Ateliers Chéret, the poster was created for Saxoléine, a petroleum lamp oil brand marketed for its purity and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe composition features Chéret’s iconic “Chérette,” the joyful, red-haired female figure who became his artistic signature across hundreds of posters. Her luminous yellow dress, energetic pose, and gesture toward the glowing lamp connect feminine elegance with modern domestic comfort. Chéret’s use of vivid yellow, red, and blue demonstrates his mastery of color lithography and helped transform advertising into a collectible art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaxoléine’s printed claims, “extra-blanc,” “déodorisé,” and “ininflammable,” emphasized that the oil was extra white, deodorized, and safe for household lamp use. Sold in sealed five-liter cans, it appealed to a growing consumer market seeking cleaner and more reliable lighting. Created during the height of the Paris poster craze, when collectors avidly sought fresh designs from the streets, this work reflects both Chéret’s commercial brilliance and the democratization of art through modern advertising.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.25\" x 22.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jules Chéret\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Conservation mounted on older linen backing, trimmed to edge. Minute paper loss in upper corners. Original centerfold present. Minute color loss along original centerfold. Fold along center line, no impact on laying flat. Light creasing in lower areas. Small lower border tears. General border wear. Small diaganol fold in upper left corner. 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A white cat observes from below, adding a touch of domestic charm to this celebration of café culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChéret, widely regarded as the father of the modern poster, transformed commercial advertising into fine art through his mastery of color lithography. Working with the renowned Chaix printing house, he developed techniques that allowed for unprecedented vibrancy and movement. The deep blue background creates theatrical contrast, making the central figure appear to dance off the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA standout piece for collectors of French advertising art, this supplement brings museum-quality artistry to an accessible format. It embodies the joie de vivre that made Chéret's work the visual language of Parisian pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22.0\" x 15.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jules Chéret\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good, Age-appropriate wear, fading and toning. Conservation mounted on linen. Faint background scuffs. 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