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34 x 53, 2 panel original 1951 vintage travel and festival poster for the Córdoba May Fair (Feria de Mayo), designed by the Spanish artist Ricardo Anaya.Artwork Details Subject: The poster showcases three women dressed in traditional Andalusian flamenco attire performing a dynamic dance. The central figure wears a dark traje corto jacket with a vibrant red sash, while the flanking dancers wear colorful ruffled gowns. One dancer holds a traditional Cordobés wide-brimmed hat.Background Elements: In the lower-left corner, the official coat of arms of Córdoba is displayed, alongside a stylized silhouette of the city's landmark architecture, likely referencing the historic tower of the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba (La Mezquita).Text: The bold lettering at the bottom explicitly references "CORDOBA - FERIA DE MAYO 1951". Historical Significance The Feria de Córdoba (also known as the Feria de Nuestra Señora de la Salud) is a centuries-old annual festival dating back to medieval livestock fairs granted by royal privilege. Held during the last week of May, it stands as one of the most culturally significant festivals in Andalusia, Spain. During the mid-20th century, the city commissioned prominent regional graphic illustrators like Ricardo Anaya to design highly stylized, hand-painted promotional lithographs to advertise the events across Europe. |
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