Description

Title: Leopoldo Metlicovitz - Bitter Pastore - 1995 Offset Lithograph 48" x 34.5"

Description: "Bitter Pastore" by Leopoldo Metlicovitz, 1995 Unsigned Offset Lithograph. Paper size is 48 x 34.5 inches, with an image size of 44.5 x 33.75 inches. The Offset Lithograph is from an unknown edition size. and is not framed. The condition was rated A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling. Additional details: Large offset lithograph reproduction after an early 20th-century Italian advertising poster

This elegant and atmospheric poster reproduces a classic Italian advertising design for Bitter Pastore, capturing the sophistication and allure of early 20th-century café culture. The composition presents a refined social scene: a stylish couple seated at a table, raising glasses in a moment of quiet intimacy and shared pleasure.

The figures are rendered with smooth, painterly modeling and subtle expression, reflecting the influence of Art Deco and late Belle Époque illustration. The woman, dressed in dark, flowing attire, leans in with a knowing smile, while her companion—sharp and composed—meets her gaze, creating a sense of narrative intrigue and understated elegance.

The warm palette—rich ochres, soft reds, and deep shadows—contrasts beautifully with the cool tones of the background, enhancing the mood of an evening setting. The table, set with bottles and glasses, anchors the scene in the ritual of aperitif culture, long associated with Italian social life.

The typography, bold yet refined, integrates seamlessly into the composition, reinforcing the poster’s graphic strength while maintaining its decorative appeal.

Printed in the pre-digital poster tradition, this reproduction preserves the charm and visual richness of the original design, offering a timeless glimpse into the golden age of European advertising.

A sophisticated and highly decorative work, ideal for collectors of vintage advertising, Italian design, and hospitality-inspired interiors.

Framing available upon request.
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Condition

A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling

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Leopoldo Metlicovitz - Bitter Pastore - 1995 Offset Lithograph 48" x 34.5"

Name: Leopoldo Metlicovitz - Bitter Pastore - 1995 Offset Lithograph 48\" x 34.5\"
Brand: Leopoldo Metlicovitz
SKU: 234330564
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock