Large French advertising Poster for Chocolate "Tobler" by Savignac 1951

A humorous poster realized by Savignac in 1951, to advertise a chocolate "Tobler". A young boy is enjoying a giant chocolate bar so much that is entire face is gets smeared by it!

Raymond Savignac, often just abbreviated to "Savignac", was a French graphic artist famous for his commercial posters. He was born on November 6, 1907 in Paris, and died on October 31, 2002 in Trouville-sur-Mer (Calvados), aged 94. His work is distinguished by a humorous simplicity.

**The piece came from the estate of an avid collector of French posters in Pacific Heights San Francisco and is framed of museum quality - the masking tape and paper on the back of are showing signs of age.


Condition: Good, the piece is not new or in perfect condition,there is few creases on the image, the plexiglass has hairline scratches.

Markings: Signed in the plate

Artist: Savignac, Raymond (1907-2002)
Year: 1951

Material/Media: not linen backed

Dimensions: 51" wide, 49.5 high or 4.25 ft. X 4.12 ft.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good original condition, the piece framing plexiglass has hair line scratches and wear, not new or in flawless condition.

Origin:
France

Materials & Techniques:
Linen, Paper, Plexiglass

Details:
Art Subjects: Figure, Portrait
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: France

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good original condition, the piece framing plexiglass has hair line scratches and wear, not new or in flawless condition.