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This Art Deco poster was created by the French architect and artist
Paul Furiet (1898–1930).
The poster, titled "Fête de l’Eau - Grand Bal de Nuit Travesti," was designed to advertise a lavish "water festival" and costumed night ball held on July 7, 1923. The event was organized by the Maison des Journalistes and hosted at the Nouveau-Cirque in Paris, a famed circus venue known for its innovative hydraulic floor that could be transformed into a water tank for aquatic performances.
Key Details of the Poster
Artistic Style: The work is a prime example of early Art Deco illustration, featuring a stylized pierrot figure and a large, decorative fish amidst underwater bubbles and seaweed.
Collaborators: The bottom of the poster lists several prestigious Parisian venues that supported the event, including the Casino de Paris, the Palace, the Ambassadeurs, and the Cigale.
Production: It was produced as a lithographic poster by Vox Publicité in Paris.
Historical Context
The "Grand Bal de Nuit Travesti" (Grand Costumed Night Ball) was part of the vibrant nightlife of the Jazz Age in 1920s Paris. Such events were known for their extravagance and were often attended by the city's celebrities and artistic elite |
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