J. des Gachons - Affiche originale du GP du Comminges 1952 - 1952

I propose the original poster, glued to a solid backing, in exceptional condition, from the 17th and last Grand Prix du Comminges, that of 1952.
The race was won by Alberto Ascari on Ferrari; he was to claim his first world championship title that year.
This original 1952 race poster, dynamic and vibrant, signed by French artist J. Des Gachons, captures the exhilarating spirit of post-war French motorsport. The 1952 World Championship was the only one run in Formula 2, and that year there were eight Grands Prix in France, held on mythical circuits such as Pau, Marseille, Paris, Reims, Rouen, Les Sables-d’Olonne, Saint-Gaudens and La Baule. With a promised prize fund of 60 million francs, the stakes matched the speeds achieved.
The composition is dominated by a striking image of contemporary Formula 1 single-seaters, engaged in intense competition, painted with bold strokes and striking dynamism. The red, white, and blue swirl in the background evokes both the French tricolor flag and the adrenaline of the track, reinforcing national pride and the electrifying energy of the race.
The event date – August 10, 1952, in Saint-Gaudens – is highlighted at the bottom of the poster, inviting spectators to admire the cars and motorcycles in action. Des Gachons’ signature appears to the right of blue car No. 8, confirming that the poster is part of his stylish and dynamic advertising works.
This poster not only testifies to the culture of European motor racing in the mid-20th century but also stands as a striking graphic work, a witness to the golden age of poster art. With its saturated colors, bold perspective, and vintage typography, it remains a prized piece for collectors of automotive-related objects, French advertisements, and 20th-century illustrations.