Title: Art Nouveau Style French Lithograph Advertising Poster Description: Vintage Art Nouveau French Lithograph Poster for 'Lulu Biscuits Lefevre-Utile' by Firmin BouissetThis traditionally dressed French schoolboy is depicted eating his favorite Lu biscuit!Firmin Bouisset, the artist, created many posters for the Lefevre-Utile company, which almost always includes his charming portrayal of children (see Menier Chocolate company here).The child is wearing a blue and red cape, and a grey beret cap on his head. He is holding a basket, with the letters 'LU' on it (probably holding all the cookies). This poster was originally created in 1897 in a smaller format.Lefevre-Utile is a manufacturer brand of French biscuits founded in Nantes. The company was founded around 1846, and didn't adapt the 'LU' logo until after a 1897 calendar ad by Alfons Mucha (another esteemed poster artist of the time).Circa Early 20th CenturyDimensionsH 73”W 51”CONDITION:Please be aware that all items are used/vintage/antique and have small signs of age/patina which should be expected.UPHOLSTERY/REFINISHING:All upholstery and refinishing is done in house as well as offered as a service.
Reserve: $1,950.00
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