Maitres De Laffiche - Pl. 170 Compagnie Francaise Des Chocolats Et Des Thes

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.

"Some of the most heart-warming poster images ever created are those in which Steinlen gives us an intimate peek into his family life. You can virtually feel his adoring love for his wife Emilie and his daughter Colette, and he never fails to let us know that cats were regarded as full-fledged family members in his house. An accomplished and prolific caricaturist and illustrator, Steinlen had a concern for common people that gives his posters a deep humanity" (Gold, p.40).

Theophile Steinlen (1859 – 1923) was one of the most popular poster artists of his era and he was favored for his charming depictions of children and animals in his images. In this image Steinlen is promoting a French Company that sells both chocolate and teas .

This is an original vintage print, not a reproduction. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our items. This poster is on heavyweight paper, and is in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.