Maitres De L'Affiche - Pl 15 7Me Exposition Du Salon Des Cent

Maîtres de l'Affiche (Masters of the Poster) refers to 256 color lithographic plates used to create an art publication during the Belle Époque in Paris, France. The collection, reproduced from the original works of ninety-seven artists in a smaller 11 x 15 inch format, was put together by Jules Chéret, the father of poster art and distributed between 1895 – 1900. The varied selection of prints were sold in packages of four and delivered monthly to subscribers. Designed for a subscription audience it showcased the most influential posters of the era in a collectible small format.

In this image, the artist Frederic-Auguste Cazals is trying to promote the 7th Exposition of the Salon des Cents ( Salon of the One Hundred) a small Gallery featuring the newest of works by the prominent poster artists of the era. Frederic-Auguste Cazals ( 1865-1941) was a French writer, designer, and illustrator who created a small body of work during his career.

This is an original vintage poster, not a reproduction. This poster is on heavyweight paper, and has very minor handling creases at the edges. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.