Bidspirit auction | FRENCH BELLE EPOQUE LITHOGRAPH AFTER

FRENCH BELLE EPOQUE LITHOGRAPH AFTER EUGENE GRASSET - After Eugene Grasset, Swiss, French, 1841 to 1917, lithographic advertising poster. When this poster by Eugene Grasset was exhibited at the Salon des Cent in Paris it was hailed as the artists masterpiece. It was commissioned to advertise a series of books on the Romantic era published by Ed. Monnier and Cie. Grasset depicts a woman attired in 1830s clothing reading from a large volume with the cathedral of Notre Dame in the background. To add to the Gothic theme, he included a skull at her feet. Framed. Eugene Samuel Grasset was a Swiss decorative artist who worked in Paris, France in a variety of creative design fields during the Belle Epoque. He is considered a pioneer in Art Nouveau design. Antique and Vintage European Graphic Art Prints and Collectibles. Dimensions Frame 30 1/2 x 24 1/2 in. Image 19 3/4 x 15 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Chips on frame. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.