The history of posters begins in the 15th century with woodcut broadsides, which were crude, text-heavy announcements selling everything from religious indulgences to political decrees. But the modern poster as we know it, emerged in the late 19th century, propelled by the Industrial Revolution and the blossoming field of lithography. This new technology allowed for mass production of vibrant, colourful images, perfect for capturing the attention of urban crowds.

Paris of the 1920s became the artistic hub for these posters. Jules Chéret, the "father of the modern poster," seduced onlookers with his graceful Art Nouveau figures promoting theatres and nightclubs. Alphonse Mucha, conjured up otherworldly beauty with his flowing gowns and dreamy landscapes for products like Sarah Bernhardt's theatrical productions.

The poster's purpose expanded in the early 20th century. Consumer brands like Coca-Cola and Guinness employed bold typography and iconic imagery to etch themselves into public more...

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Original vintage Formula 1 poster for the French Grand Prix /…

Original vintage Formula 1 poster for the French Grand Prix / Les Grands Prix de France / French Federation Trophy of Engine Sports International Speed Cup Trophy / Craven A Challenge Cup on Saturday 2 July and Sunday 3 July 1966 in Reims; featuring a…

Artist unknown, vintage French Riviera tourist poster…

Artist unknown, vintage French Riviera tourist poster (unframed), lithograph, printed in France for & by the French National railway 1949, 99.5 x 62 cm

Marlene Dietrich (1901 - 1992) strong original signature on…

Marlene Dietrich (1901 - 1992) strong original signature on vintage 'Paramount' publicity postcard. Besides her iconic film roles, Dietrich was known for her humanitarian efforts during World War II, housing German and French exiles, providing financial…

Avenir Publicite Ameublement poster, coloured print with teak…

Teak-framed Avenir Publicite Ameublement poster, France 1965

Avenir Publicite Ameublement poster, coloured print with teak frame. France, produced 1965, 125 cm high, 165 cm wide, 4.5 cm deep

A Collection of Moulin Rouge, colour reproduction posters,…

Moulin Rouge Poster Collection - Set of 6

A Collection of Moulin Rouge, colour reproduction posters, France [6], each Approx 80 x 50 cm

G. Souli, La Marseillaise 1949 Messageries Maritimes, original…

"La Marseillaise" Advertising Poster for Messageries Maritimes (1949)

G. Souli, La Marseillaise 1949 Messageries Maritimes, original colour lithographic advertising poster, Printed in France, sheet 100 x 63 cm, backing 102 x 65.5 cm

Roland Hugon (b.1911), 8 Jours de Neige Blanche Une Annee de…

Snowy Adventure by Train

Roland Hugon (b.1911), 8 Jours de Neige Blanche Une Annee de Joues Roses, original colour lithographic travel poster, 1938, printed by & for the French National Railways, sheet 100 x 62, backing 102 x 67.5 cm

Jean Even (1920-1986), Beau Temps au Maroc, one original colour…

"Beau Temps au Maroc" Travel Poster

Jean Even (1920-1986), Beau Temps au Maroc, one original colour lithograph Travel poster, c. 1950, laid down on canvas, Printed in France, sheet 101 x 62 cm, backing 107.5 x 68 cm

Give Cheerfully to The Citizens' Service Fund: one original…

Charity and Cycling: Propaganda and Advertising Posters

Give Cheerfully to The Citizens' Service Fund: one original colour lithographic propaganda poster, Australia, c. 1950 & Howe Bicycles & Tricycles: one reproduction advertising poster, France, each sheet: 77 x 50 cm

Gustave de Malhere (1856-1934), Solex a Starter, France,…

Solex Starter: 1933 Lithographic Ad by Gustave de Malhere

Gustave de Malhere (1856-1934), Solex a Starter, France, original colour lithographic advertising magazine page, 1933, image 32 x 24 cm, Backing Board 54 x 37 cm

Jacques Demachy (1898-1981), Femina, Les parisiennes et leurs…

Femina: Parisian Women and Their Planes

Jacques Demachy (1898-1981), Femina, Les parisiennes et leurs avions, France, original colour lithographic magazine cover, 1931, image: 31 x 23 cm, backing 65.5 x 50 cm

Pierre Mourgue (1890-1969), Femina May 1929, France, original…

Femina May 1929

Pierre Mourgue (1890-1969), Femina May 1929, France, original colour lithographic magazine cover, image: 31 x 23 cm, backing 65.5 x 50 cm

Henry Weclawowicz, Femina, France, original colour lithographic…

Femina Cover by Henry Weclawowicz, c.1930

Henry Weclawowicz, Femina, France, original colour lithographic magazine cover, c.1930, image: 31 x 23 cm, backing 65.5 x 50 cm

Leon Bernigni (1892-1948), Femina, France, original colour…

"Femina" Magazine Cover by Leon Bernigni (c. 1930)

Leon Bernigni (1892-1948), Femina, France, original colour lithographic magazine cover, c.1930, image: 30 x 23 cm, backing 65.5 x 50 cm

Leon Benigni (1892-1948), Femina November 1933, France,…

Femina Beauty

Leon Benigni (1892-1948), Femina November 1933, France, original colour lithographic magazine cover, image: 31 x 23 cm, backing 65.5 x 50 cm

Pierre Mourgue (1890-1969), Femina March 1927, France, original…

Femina March 1927

Pierre Mourgue (1890-1969), Femina March 1927, France, original colour lithographic magazine cover, image: 31 x 22.5 cm, backing 65.5 x 50 cm

Le Rouge Tres Bien, France, original colour lithographic…

Le Rouge Tres Bien Magazine Cover (8 words)

Le Rouge Tres Bien, France, original colour lithographic magazine cover with silver foil detail, c.1940, image: 30 x 23 cm, backing 65.5 x 50 cm

Vogue July 1931, France, original colour lithographic magazine…

Vogue France July 1931 Magazine Cover Lithograph

Vogue July 1931, France, original colour lithographic magazine cover, image: 31 x 23 cm, backing 65.5 50 cm

Georges Le Pape (1887-1971), Vogue April 1929, France, original…

Georges Le Pape Vogue Cover, April 1929

Georges Le Pape (1887-1971), Vogue April 1929, France, original colour lithographic magazine cover, image: 31 x 23.5 cm, backing 50 x 30 cm

Pierre Alechinsky (b.1927), Copa del Mundo de Futbol 1982…

Copa del Mundo 1982 Barcelona

Pierre Alechinsky (b.1927), Copa del Mundo de Futbol 1982 Barcelona, Spain, original colour lithographic poster, 1981, Printed by Societes de Production des Affiches Maeght, France, 95 x 60 cm

Constantin Terechkovitch (b.1902), France, Menton Festivae de…

Menton Chamber Music Festival Poster

Constantin Terechkovitch (b.1902), France, Menton Festivae de Musique de Chambre, original colour lithographic advertising poster, Printed by Mourlot Editions, sheet 78 x 56 cm

Vintage Burns Philp & Co Tourist Bureau cabinet 128 Adelaide St…

Restored Vintage Tourist Bureau Cabinet

Vintage Burns Philp & Co Tourist Bureau cabinet 128 Adelaide St Brisbane, circa 1930, for advertising / tourism brochures, height 67 by width 63 cm, depth 20 cm, cabinet has been restored - French polished

Huge original 1936 French aperitif advertising poster. Bourin…

Bourin Quinquina Vintage French Aperitif Advertising Poster

Huge original 1936 French aperitif advertising poster. Bourin Quinquina. Designed by Jaques Belinger, 1936. Printed by de La Vassellais. Donne La Force. Jacques Bellenger designed this original vintage poster in 1936. This clever image shows that Bourin…

Huge original French beer advertising poster. Mutzig. Designed…

Mutzig Beer Advertising Poster by Herve Norman

Huge original French beer advertising poster. Mutzig. Designed by Herve Norman. Printed by El de La Vasselais, Paris. Suivez Mon Panache. The blue knight. 160 x 120 cm. Mutzig's slogan is 'Mutzig, the taste of Success' in English and 'Mutzig, Le gout de…

Huge original French motorcycle poster. Favor Motors. Designed…

Favor Motors: Vintage French Motorcycle Poster

Huge original French motorcycle poster. Favor Motors. Designed by Belingen 1937. Printed by El de La Vasselais, Paris. 158 x 120 cm.

Huge original French poster. 1960. Un Froid de Conord, Atlante…

Conord Refrigerator French Advertising Poster 1960

Huge original French poster. 1960. Un Froid de Conord, Atlante Paris. Printed by Bedos & Co. 153 x 115 cm. Advertising French Refrigerator Brannd Conord. Extensive tears to right hand side, However Minimal Autual losses.

Huge original French poster. 1939. Butagaz. Le Premier Butane…

Butagaz: Premier Butane Français (Butagaz: First French Butane)

Huge original French poster. 1939. Butagaz. Le Premier Butane Francais. Designed by R Bleuer. Printed by Dureeysen, Paris. 120 x 80 cm

Charles Meere (London 1890 ? Sydney, 1961), '1788 ... 1938, 150…

Meere's Rare 1938 Sydney Games Poster

Charles Meere (London 1890 ? Sydney, 1961), '1788 ... 1938, 150 Years of progress, Australia Celebrates, January 26 ... April 25 1938', lithographed and printed by Hackett Offset Printing Company, Sydney & Melbourne. 101 x 64 cm; signed and dated ''37' in…

Jean-Pierre Rosier (French, 1928 - ), 38 ecorces des aborigenes…

Aboriginal Bark Exhibition Poster

Jean-Pierre Rosier (French, 1928 - ), 38 ecorces des aborigenes d'australie, February - March 1967 exhibition poster, colour offset on brown paper, 59 x 39 cm.

A Golf (and Tennis) Poster From The Classic 1930s, Combloux.…

Combloux Golf and Tennis Poster, 1930s

A Golf (and Tennis) Poster From The Classic 1930s, Combloux. L'Hotel P.L.M. et le Mont Blanc, circa 1930, colour lithograph, signed in image lower right, by the artist, Pierre Commarmond, (French, 1897?1983). 100 x 62 cm. Linen-backed. Text continues 'The…

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured…

Aboriginal Inhabitants lithographic print by George French Angas

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured lithographic print

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured…

Aboriginal Inhabitants: Hand-Coloured Lithographic Print

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured lithographic print

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured…

Aboriginal Inhabitants lithographic print

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured lithographic print

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured…

"The Aboriginal Inhabitants" Print by George French Angas

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured lithographic print

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured…

Aboriginal Inhabitants by George French Angas

George French Angas 'The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured lithographic print (plate 3)

George French Angas 'South Australia, Illustrated, The…

Aboriginals of South Australia

George French Angas 'South Australia, Illustrated, The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured lithographic print

George French Angas 'South Australia, Illustrated, The…

Aboriginal Inhabitants of South Australia

George French Angas 'South Australia, Illustrated, The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured lithographic print (plate 30)

George French Angas 'South Australia, Illustrated, The…

Aboriginals of South Australia - Illustrated Print

George French Angas 'South Australia, Illustrated, The Aboriginal Inhabitants', hand coloured lithographic print (plate 27)

Louis Charbonnier (French 1874-1935) original circus poster…

Vintage French Circus Poster by Charbonnier

Louis Charbonnier (French 1874-1935) original circus poster circa Published by Jombart Freres circa 1930s

Henri Martin, L'art de Boire le vin, lithographic print c.1980,…

French Vintage Wine Poster by Henri Martin

Henri Martin, L'art de Boire le vin, lithographic print c.1980, published by Les Amis du vin. 70 x 100 cm. This piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s and have been…

Bernard Villemot, Bally orange, printed C. 1980. 68.5 x 38 cm.…

Bally Orange Vintage French Poster

Bernard Villemot, Bally orange, printed C. 1980. 68.5 x 38 cm. This piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s and have been assembled from various visits to Paris. They have…

Gerard Deneriaz 'Razzia'- Pasta, lithograph, large format…

Vintage French Ski Poster by Gerard Deneriaz

Gerard Deneriaz 'Razzia'- Pasta, lithograph, large format vintage poster. 1983, hand-signed lower left, an Al Dente Brothers production. 158 x 120 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced…

Roy Lichtenstein, M-Maybe, vintage lithographic print on card.…

Vintage Lichtenstein Lithographic Print from Private Collection

Roy Lichtenstein, M-Maybe, vintage lithographic print on card. 91 x 91 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s and have been assembled from various visits to Paris.…

Andy Warhol, Marilyn, silkscreen print, edition. 'Published by…

Warhol's Marilyn Silkscreen Print from Private Collection

Andy Warhol, Marilyn, silkscreen print, edition. 'Published by Sunday B. Morning, fill in your own signature' inscribed verso. 91.5 x 91.5 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as…

A vintage 1949 Air France Europe travel poster by Robert…

Air France Europe Travel Poster by Robert Falcucci (1949)

A vintage 1949 Air France Europe travel poster by Robert Falcucci, featuring London's Tower Bridge, Parisian monuments, Chateau de Chenonceau, and a Lockheed Constellation, the first pressurized passenger aircraft, which revolutionized global travel. 95 x…

Canvas-backed original movie poster gone with the wind. French…

"Autant en Emporte le Vent" Poster by Roger Soubie

Canvas-backed original movie poster gone with the wind. French release 'Autant en Emporte le Vent.' artwork by Roger Soubie, 1898-1984. Lithograph 148 x 227 cm

Alain Gauthier - Bally Rocks Man, vintage poster. Printed in…

Vintage French Poster: Bally Rocks Man

Alain Gauthier - Bally Rocks Man, vintage poster. Printed in 1970. 68 x 47 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s and have been assembled from various visits to…

Andy Warhol - no 5 Chanel, printed for the Visual Arts/Artist…

Warhol's Chanel No. 5 Poster from Private Collection

Andy Warhol - no 5 Chanel, printed for the Visual Arts/Artist Rights Society, New York, 1997. 175 x 118.5 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s and have been…

Andy Warhol - Marilyn I, silkscreen print, edition. 'Published…

Warhol's Marilyn I Silkscreen Print from Private Collection

Andy Warhol - Marilyn I, silkscreen print, edition. 'Published by Sunday B. Morning, fill in your own signature' inscribed verso. 91.5 x 91.5 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as…

Bernard Villemot - Bally orange, printed C. 1980. 68.5 x 38 cm,…

Vintage Bally Orange Poster by Bernard Villemot

Bernard Villemot - Bally orange, printed C. 1980. 68.5 x 38 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s and have been assembled from various visits to Paris. They have…

G. Nicolitch - camping, vintage lithograph signed and dated…

Vintage Camping Lithograph by G. Nicolitch (1967)

G. Nicolitch - camping, vintage lithograph signed and dated 1967 in image, 116 x 157 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s and have been assembled from various…

Roland Hugon - Monaco grand Prix poster 1977, lithograph…

Vintage Monaco Grand Prix Lithograph Poster

Roland Hugon - Monaco grand Prix poster 1977, lithograph vintage poster. From a series printed by l'Automobile club du Monaco, 1983 to commemorate the Monaco grand Prix. Limited edition of 500. 100 x 70 cm, this piece is from a private collection of…

Leon Dupin - Soufre Gre Bordeaux, Des Recoltes Magnifiques,…

Vintage French Litho Poster: Leon Dupin's Soufre Gre Bordeaux

Leon Dupin - Soufre Gre Bordeaux, Des Recoltes Magnifiques, lithographic poster. 1933, printed by Joseph-Charles. 80 x 60 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s…

Mich - Bicyclette J.B. Louvet, vintage lithograph. Printed C.…

Vintage Bicyclette J.B. Louvet Lithograph

Mich - Bicyclette J.B. Louvet, vintage lithograph. Printed C. 1933, signed in image. 108 x 75 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s and have been assembled from…

George Ham - Monaco grand Prix poster 1936, lithograph vintage…

Monaco Grand Prix 1936 Vintage Lithograph Poster

George Ham - Monaco grand Prix poster 1936, lithograph vintage poster. From a series printed by l'Automobile club de Monaco, 1983 to commemorate the Monaco grand Prix. Limited edition of 500. 100 x 70 cm, this piece is from a private collection of…

Gerard Deneriaz 'Razzia' Louis Vuitton - classic Boheme run,…

Vintage French Ski Poster by Gerard Deneriaz

Gerard Deneriaz 'Razzia' Louis Vuitton - classic Boheme run, Offset print. 2006, hand-signed. 153 x 113 cm, this piece is from a private collection of original, rare French vintage posters that have been produced as early as the 1920s and have been…

After Rober Savary (French 1920-2000) Galerie '65' Cannes…

Rober Savary Galerie '65' Cannes Poster

After Rober Savary (French 1920-2000) Galerie '65' Cannes poster photo lithograph 93 x 66 cm

A vintage French poster of pigeons, ex a French school, framed…

Vintage French Pigeon Poster - Framed

A vintage French poster of pigeons, ex a French school, framed under glass. 81 x 92 cm.

Lucien Boucher, Grande-Bretagne, air France poster, 88 cm x 57…

Air France Poster by Lucien Boucher

Lucien Boucher, Grande-Bretagne, air France poster, 88 cm x 57 cm

An original French advertising poster, En Peureux Fils

Fearful Son

An original French advertising poster, En Peureux Fils

An original French advertising poster, Couzan Source Brault

Discover Couzan Source Brault's Refreshing Elixir

An original French advertising poster, Couzan Source Brault

'Cycles Saving/Grand Premier Prix Medaille D'Or', c1900 vintage…

Vintage French Cycling Poster - Gendarme and Nurse Chatting Up

'Cycles Saving/Grand Premier Prix Medaille D'Or', c1900 vintage French lithographed advertising poster of a gendarme chatting up a nurse by artist Philippe Chapellier, printed by Artistique P Chapellier, Paris, linen-backed, size 119 x 160 cm. Very Fine…

'Album of the Paris Exhibition 1889 published by Allen & Ginter,…

Paris Exhibition 1889 Lithographic Collection

'Album of the Paris Exhibition 1889 published by Allen & Ginter, Richmond, Virginia' superb colour lithographic publication by the tobacco company usually associated with cigarette cards; also, colour lithographic advertising cards (16), a small…

A 1960s 'Air France' promotion travel poster, Grand Bretagne',…

Air France Grand Bretagne Travel Poster

A 1960s 'Air France' promotion travel poster, Grand Bretagne', lithograph in colours, linen backed. 86 cm x 58 cm

Framed original French Max Monclair Theatre poster, France,…

French Max Monclair Theatre Poster, c1930s

Framed original French Max Monclair Theatre poster, France, c1930s

G Growe, Grenoble, Teleferique de la Bastille, printed by Les…

Teleferique de la Bastille, Grenoble (1935)

G Growe, Grenoble, Teleferique de la Bastille, printed by Les Affiches Tourisitques, Gorde &, Boundry, France, 1935, 100 x 62 cm

French Champagne De Rochecre poster framed, 94 cm x 64 cm

Framed French Champagne De Rochecre Poster - 94x64cm

French Champagne De Rochecre poster framed, 94 cm x 64 cm

Wartime Poster: World War II propaganda poster 'Give to the Red…

Give to Red Cross

Wartime Poster: World War II propaganda poster 'Give to the Red Cross' showing flags of Red Cross, Australia, Gb, USA, France, Greece, Russia and China, 101 x 63 cm, laid down on linen.

After Bernard Villemot (1911-1990) Sport d'Hiver, France 1954…

Winter Sports in France

After Bernard Villemot (1911-1990) Sport d'Hiver, France 1954 lithograph, colour poster, 88 x 56.5 cm

Large original French World War I military poster, Artist…

France at War: Neumon's 1918 Military Poster

Large original French World War I military poster, Artist 'Maurice Neumon 1918'. Approx 118 cm x 80 cm

French World War I era anti-German poster, approx 62 cm x 45 cm

France Against Germany: Enlist Now!

French World War I era anti-German poster, approx 62 cm x 45 cm

French Corsets advertising poster, 64 cm high, 50 cm wide

French Corsets: Shape Your Figure with Elegance

French Corsets advertising poster, 64 cm high, 50 cm wide

c1956 poster, 'French Fortnight, Arts, Entertainment, Fashions,…

French Fortnight in Melbourne

c1956 poster, 'French Fortnight, Arts, Entertainment, Fashions, Imports, Melbourne, March 10th-24th', artwork by Newnham, colour lithograph, size 101 x 63 cm, linen-backed.

Original French shop poster, ray Muss, in contemporary frame.…

Vintage French Shop Poster in Modern Frame

Original French shop poster, ray Muss, in contemporary frame. Approx 34 cm x 26 cm

An original 1930s advertising shop poster, French, Bebe, in a…

1930s French Bebe Advertising Poster in Modern Frame

An original 1930s advertising shop poster, French, Bebe, in a contemporary frame

C1930s 'France' travel poster printed by the French Government,…

Discover France: 1930s Travel Poster

C1930s 'France' travel poster printed by the French Government, artwork by Leonetto Capiello. Linen backed, 99 x 62 cm

Original French advertising poster, 23H salon Des Arts Menagers,…

1965 French Advertising Poster for 23H Salon Des Arts Menagers

Original French advertising poster, 23H salon Des Arts Menagers, 1965 Art work by Francis Bernard. Professionally linen backed 38 cm x 52.5 cm

Villemot Orangina Orelia, French advertising poster, Artwork by…

Villemot's Orangina Orelia Advertising Poster

Villemot Orangina Orelia, French advertising poster, Artwork by Bernard Villemot. Professionally linen backed 55 cm x 72 cm

Original French advertising poster, Bally 'Blonde' or 'Pink…

Bally Shoes Poster by Bernard Villemot

Original French advertising poster, Bally 'Blonde' or 'Pink shoes', graphic artist Bernard Villemot. Professionally linen backed 64 cm x 42 cm

Vintage French poster print, 'Camping', by Gyicolitch, 1967,…

Vintage French Camping Poster by Gyicolitch (1967)

Vintage French poster print, 'Camping', by Gyicolitch, 1967, 115 cm x 156 cm

Picasso Poster: 'Picasso, 60 Years of Graphic Works. Los…

Picasso Graphic Works Exhibition Poster

Picasso Poster: 'Picasso, 60 Years of Graphic Works. Los Angeles County Museum of Art. 25 October 25 December 1966', lithograph in colours, printed in France by Mourlot, Paris, size 51 x 74 cm. Limited edition of 2500. Excellent condition

Philips advertising poster by Eric, French, circa 1962,…

Philips Music: Safe and Sound

Philips advertising poster by Eric, French, circa 1962, lithograph in colours 'La Musique C'Est Philips/ C'Est Plus Sur!', 'Elivinger Paris' to lower margin, framed, no glass in frame, A/F, overall 121 cm x 167 cm

Ansett posters (22), all Australian destinations; plus Garuda…

Australian Destination Posters & Concorde Memorabilia

Ansett posters (22), all Australian destinations; plus Garuda (1) & Air France concorde. Various sizes. Fair to good condition. (24 items)

c1950 travel poster 'France, Land of Chateaux', artwork by Jean…

France: Land of Chateaux

c1950 travel poster 'France, Land of Chateaux', artwork by Jean Picart Le Doux, printed in France, published by and for the French Government, offset, linen-backed, size 62 x 100 cm. Condition B