Ville d'Anvers La Glorie d'Anvers Lithograph Travel Advertising Poster
| Genre: | Travel |
|---|---|
| Artist: | Anonymous Artists |
| Year Printed: | 1948 |
| Size: | 24.5" x 39" |
| Country of Poster: | Unknown |
| Restoration Detail: | Unrestored |
| Grade: | Very Fine |
| Additional Information: | Original linen-backed vintage travel poster for Ville d'Anvers (Antwerp, Belgium). The expression "Ommegang," meaning "procession," is derived from the old Flemish words. The glory of Antwerp. Original lithograph, archival linen-backed, in very fine condition. Very minor edge minute tears remedied. As close to perfect as you will find for a poster that is 77 years old. Printed in Belgium. Capture the pageantry and folklore of post-war Belgium with this striking original 1948 lithographic poster advertising the "Ommegang: La Gloire d'Anvers" (The Glory of Antwerp). This bold mid-century design announces the historical pageant (Jeu Historique) of the City of Antwerp. The central visual features the imposing figure of Druon Antigoon, the mythical giant of Antwerp folklore, stylized in a powerful, modernist graphic typical of the late 1940s. Beneath him, a vignette of the procession captures the medieval spirit of the event. Brussels' Grand Place is packed with spectators, including the Royal Family and their guests, for the annual Ommegang, or "walk about" in Dutch, the major annual event in the city since 1549. Although historians believe it began as a religious ritual in the 14th Century, the huge parade and festival is now devoid of religious connotations and focuses on local folklore and heritage. Dazzling and colorful, the Ommegang evokes the procession organized to commemorate Charles's "Joyous Entry" into Brussels on June 2, 1549 when he, his son Don Philip, infant king of Spain and Duke of Brabant, and his sisters, Eleanor of Austria, Queen of France, and Mary of Hungary all watched as representatives from the crafts and trades of the city, as well as crossbowmen processed around the Grand' Place. This is an original vintage lithograph poster and not a reproduction. The poster is professionally acid-free, conservation-mounted, linen-backed, and in excellent condition. Each poster comes with a . We use sturdy, appropriate packaging to ensure it arrives safely. We strive to provide the most accurate and detailed descriptions and conditions of the artwork online. Consider The Vintage Poster your trusted source for antique posters. Buy with confidence, we guarantee your satisfaction and are always ready to help. Over 30 years in the business! 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 promptly to your door. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we stand behind it. ##Belgium For more about this event you can read about it here: https://patrimoine.brussels/decouvrir/inventaires-du-patrimoine-bruxellois/inventaire-du-patrimoine-culturel-immateriel/lommegang |
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