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French 1 panel iconic vintage poster, titled
Turin-Sport, was created by the French artist Michel Liebeaux, who worked under the pseudonym Mich.
Produced around 1920, this lithograph was an advertisement for Turin-Sport Vermouth, a product of P. Taillan & Cie, based in Cette (now Sète), France.
Artistic Context and Meaning
Symbolism: The artwork depicts a cheerful sportsman whose glass "overflows" with various sporting figures, including a bicyclist, a race car, and an airplane.
Olympic Connection: The man's hat is adorned with colorful feathers that represent the flags of different nations, likely celebrating the 1920 Summer Olympics in Antwerp.
Artist Style: Mich was a noted humorist and illustrator known for his whimsical sporting designs. |
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