Paul Colin French Line Original Vintage Poster Rare Art Deco

Paul Colin French Line Original Vintage Poster Rare Art Deco. Title: Elegance Unveiled: Paul Colin's Rare Art Deco Original Vintage Poster - French Line. Step into the captivating world of Paul Colin, one of France's greatest poster artists, with his exceptional rare Art Deco original vintage poster titled French Line. Colin, renowned for his iconic creations, made a lasting impression in the realm of visual communication, leaving an indelible mark on the art world. This vintage poster showcases Colin's remarkable talent and artistic vision.

Originally gaining fame in 1925 with his poster for the Revue Nègre, which played a pivotal role in launching the career of the legendary Joséphine Baker, Colin's influence extends far beyond his association with the renowned performer. Over his four-decade career, he not only created stunning posters but also designed numerous sets and costumes for the theater.

Paul Colin (27 June 1892 in Nancy, France - 18 June 1985 in Nogent-sur-Marne) was one of France's greatest poster artists. Made famous in 1925 by his poster for the Revue Nègre, which helped to launch the career of Joséphine Baker (who became his mistress), he worked for over forty years in the theatre, creating not only posters but also numerous sets and costumes. Very Art déco at the outset, (his Le Tumulte noir is a masterpiece of the genre), his style quickly became highly personal and impossible to categorize: the synthetic accuracy of his portraits, the evocative force of his posters for grand causes so marked him as a master of visual communication that his work today remains relevant and fresh.

A student of Eugène Vallin and of Victor Prouvé, he is considered a master of the modern school of poster art. He is the author of over 1400 posters and many theatrical set and costume designs. Posters as an art form were invented by Jules Chéret in Paris in the 1860's. Their proliferation and refinement were the result of advances in printing technology, a relaxation of laws regulating the press, and a booming demand for the advertisement of'modern' products and of the Parisian lifestyle in the Belle Epoque (1871 - 1914).

In journals, books, theater programs, and posters, the graphic arts soon transcended their commercial function and became art objects sought out by art collectors worldwide. Bright Colors specializes in mid-century and contemporary styles of limited edition prints, posters, sculptures and collectibles from the 1960s to the 2000s.

The artworks for sale on are of the highest quality, created by internationally known artists, and authenticity is guaranteed. Condition : All items are vintage or antique and are generally in very good to excellent condition except where noted above. Noticeable damage that affects the image area or significant flaws or damage is always noted in detail and also in additional images. Minor creases in the margins or areas outside the printed area are not considered to be damaging to the item's value.

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