Aslan - Manifesto originale Folies Bergere - 1980s






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Description from the seller
Original manifesto produced to promote the famous Folies Bergère show in Paris, a historic temple of French music-hall, with the magazine directed by Hélène Martini and the participation of the renowned dancer Norma Duval.
** RESERVE PRICE below €35 **
The graphics, signed by the illustrator Aslan, depict a sensual dancer seen from the back, adorned with an elaborate stage costume, long gloves and large blue feathers, becoming one of the most iconic images of Folies Bergère's communication in the eighties. The hyperrealistic and glamorous style of Aslan helped define the imagery of the Parisian magazine, making this poster one of the most sought-after in the series.
The Folies Bergère, founded in 1869, is one of the world's most famous variety theatres and has hosted throughout its history artists, dancers and shows that have entered the legend of French show business. The artistic direction of Hélène Martini contributed to renew its international image through posters of great visual impact entrusted to renowned illustrators.
This is the original poster distributed for the official promotion of the show, printed in France in the eighties by the Sté Borel typography of Paris.
For the quality of the illustration, the notoriety of the Folies Bergère and Aslan's signature, it represents today an interesting collectible dedicated to show posters, the Parisian cabaret and glamour illustration of the 20th century.
Dimensions: 57 × 38 cm.
Conditions
Poster in generally good condition.
Includes:
- original editorial folds;
- some light signs of use and preservation;
- small tears and minimal edge abrasions, visible in the photographs;
- slight superficial and age-related traces.
The colors remain very vibrant and bright, with an excellent color rendering that enhances Aslan's original illustration.
The photographs constitute an integral part of the description.
Shipping
The poster will be shipped with trackable and insured shipping, to guarantee maximum protection during transport.
Seller's Story
Original manifesto produced to promote the famous Folies Bergère show in Paris, a historic temple of French music-hall, with the magazine directed by Hélène Martini and the participation of the renowned dancer Norma Duval.
** RESERVE PRICE below €35 **
The graphics, signed by the illustrator Aslan, depict a sensual dancer seen from the back, adorned with an elaborate stage costume, long gloves and large blue feathers, becoming one of the most iconic images of Folies Bergère's communication in the eighties. The hyperrealistic and glamorous style of Aslan helped define the imagery of the Parisian magazine, making this poster one of the most sought-after in the series.
The Folies Bergère, founded in 1869, is one of the world's most famous variety theatres and has hosted throughout its history artists, dancers and shows that have entered the legend of French show business. The artistic direction of Hélène Martini contributed to renew its international image through posters of great visual impact entrusted to renowned illustrators.
This is the original poster distributed for the official promotion of the show, printed in France in the eighties by the Sté Borel typography of Paris.
For the quality of the illustration, the notoriety of the Folies Bergère and Aslan's signature, it represents today an interesting collectible dedicated to show posters, the Parisian cabaret and glamour illustration of the 20th century.
Dimensions: 57 × 38 cm.
Conditions
Poster in generally good condition.
Includes:
- original editorial folds;
- some light signs of use and preservation;
- small tears and minimal edge abrasions, visible in the photographs;
- slight superficial and age-related traces.
The colors remain very vibrant and bright, with an excellent color rendering that enhances Aslan's original illustration.
The photographs constitute an integral part of the description.
Shipping
The poster will be shipped with trackable and insured shipping, to guarantee maximum protection during transport.
