Monte Carlo - Flowers

This Monte-Carlo poster by Jean-Gabriel Domergue captures the effortless glamour and sensual sophistication of the Côte d’Azur during the height of its allure in the early 20th century. Dominating the composition is a radiant female figure, rendered with Domergue’s signature elegance—elongated, graceful, and exuding understated confidence. She is adorned only by a dramatic cascade of oversized, vividly colored flowers, which she cradles in her arms as they burst outward in a painterly explosion of reds, oranges, yellows, and soft whites. The floral arrangement, almost larger than life, becomes both a symbol of abundance and a visual extension of Monte Carlo’s opulence and charm. Jean-Gabriel Domergue (1889–1962) was a celebrated French painter and illustrator, best known for his depictions of elegant Parisian women and his enduring influence on fashion and glamour imagery. A student of the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, Domergue quickly distinguished himself with a style that blended academic training with a modern, decorative sensibility. He claimed to have invented the “pin-up,” and his work consistently emphasized feminine beauty, sophistication, and allure. Throughout his career, he exhibited widely, became a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts, and served as curator of the Musée Jacquemart-André. His posters, particularly those promoting Monte Carlo and the Riviera, remain highly sought after for their refined elegance and timeless depiction of luxury.This is an Original Vintage Poster, it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all our posters.