Hommage a Jean Cocteau by , 1973 Unsigned Offset Lithograph. Paper size is 17.75 x 17.5 inches, with an image size of 11.75 x 17.5 inches. The Offset Lithograph is from an unknown edition size. and is not framed. The condition was rated B: Very Good Condition, with signs of handling or age, additional images available upon request. . Additional details: This striking exhibition poster was produced for Hommage à Jean Cocteau, held at Galerie Dario Boccara in Paris from October 11 to November 10, 1973. The show brought together works inspired by or dedicated to Jean Cocteau, one of the most influential and multidisciplinary figures of 20th-century French culture. The composition is a vibrant and surreal visual homage, echoing Cocteau’s imaginative universe. At its center, a stylized, mask-like face floats within a dynamic field of symbols—eyes, stars, abstract forms, and organic motifs—suggesting the dreamlike interplay between poetry, theater, and visual art that defined Cocteau’s work. The surrounding elements feel both theatrical and symbolic, evoking themes of transformation, duality, and inner vision. Executed in a bold, highly saturated palette, the image combines elements of surrealism, pop-inflected graphics, and decorative abstraction, reflecting the spirit of the early 1970s while paying tribute to Cocteau’s enduring influence. The dense layering of imagery invites multiple readings, much like Cocteau’s own creations, where mythology and modernity coexist seamlessly. Galerie Dario Boccara, known for presenting innovative and internationally engaged exhibitions, served as an important platform for artistic dialogue during this period. This poster stands as both a document of that moment and a compelling visual work in its own right. Printed in the pre-digital poster era, it retains the richness and intensity characteristic of high-quality offset production. A visually captivating and culturally significant piece, appealing to collectors of French modernism, surrealist-inspired imagery, and rare Parisian gallery posters. Framing available upon request. Shipping Size:

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B: Very Good Condition, with signs of handling or age, additional images available upon request.