Images Geographiques Travel Advertising Poster
| Genre: | Travel |
|---|---|
| Artist: | Henri Ganier Tanconville |
| Year Printed: | c. 1890 - 1900 |
| Size: | 29" x 41.5" |
| Country of Poster: | Unknown |
| Restoration Detail: | Unrestored |
| Grade: | Very Fine |
| Additional Information: | Images Géographiques (c. 1900). Tanconville. Original French Lithographic Poster — Linen-Backed, Restored. Size: 41.5” x 29” Capture the spirit of the Belle Époque with this turn-of-the-century “Images Géographiques” poster. Printed in France around 1900, the piece showcases the era’s love for travel, education, and the visual arts—created with richly inked color lithography and now professionally linen-backed to ensure durability and display. “Images Géographiques” pieces are renowned for their beautifully arranged educational visuals and refined chromolithographic technique. Aiming to inform and inspire, they often blend cartographic motifs with cultural vignettes—reflecting the late 19th–early 20th century European desire for exploration and knowledge. This example showcases a balanced, decoratively designed layout that is easy to read from a distance and reveals intricate lithographic details up close. Lakes and Pastures of Savoy, Geographical images, A. La Côte, France. B. Le Lac d’Anncy. C. Le Pont de L’Abime. D. Paturage Alpestre • Palette & Printing: Period-correct lithographic palette with layered color builds and smooth tonal transitions; sharp linework and subtle shading characteristic of multi-stone chromolithography. • Presentation: Colors display well; minor age toning and handling expected for the period. Restoration is discreet during normal viewing and enhances overall appearance. This poster is linen-backed and was once torn in half. The poster was reassembled during linen backing. There is a restored area in the center sky area of the bottom panel. Currently, this is the last remaining documented copy of this poster by (signed) Taconville. (Also known as Henri Ganier Tanconville, 1845 – 1936. Each vintage poster comes with a , included at no additional charge. Consider The Vintage Poster your trusted source for antique posters. You will be satisfied with our service, and we're always ready to assist you. Our current inventory is available online and updated regularly. To purchase, add the item(s) to your cart and proceed to checkout. They will be shipped quickly to your door. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we stand by it. #turnofthecentury. |
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