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Large poster Belle Époque fashion advertisement or poster created by the prominent French lithographer and illustrator Jules-Alexandre Grün (signed as "Grün" along the left edge).
Key Details & Visual Analysis:
• Artist & Production: The lower left-hand corner bears a stamp reading "Affiches Kossuth, Paris," a famous Parisian printing house active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries known for publishing high-quality color lithograph posters.
• Subject Matter: It depicts an elegant, upscale Parisian woman dressed in a stylish winter ensemble typical of the early 1900s. She wears a striking green-and-black plaid skirt, a black tailored jacket accented with white fur trim, a large matching white fur muff, and an elaborate hat complete with voluminous feathers and a dotted tulle face veil.
• Style: Grün's signature style shines through his clean line work, expressive character design, and the use of rich textures to bring out the luxurious fabrics of the period's high fashion. |
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