Original 1927 Fantasio Illustration by Pere Torné Esquius – French Art Deco Magazine Print – "Le Cadeau Symbolique"

Details

Description

An original vintage illustrated page from the celebrated French satirical magazine Fantasio, published on January 1, 1927. Titled "Le Cadeau … Read more An original vintage illustrated page from the celebrated French satirical magazine Fantasio, published on January 1, 1927. Titled "Le Cadeau Symbolique" ("The Symbolic Gift"), this elegant Art Deco illustration was created by renowned Catalan artist Pere Torné Esquius.

Executed in Torné Esquius' refined, minimalist style, the composition depicts a graceful nude woman receiving a symbolic gift from a pampered poodle carrying a letter in its mouth. Accompanied by a witty French verse, the illustration blends sophisticated humor with the clean lines and understated elegance that defined French Art Deco illustration during the Jazz Age.

Published in Fantasio, one of France's premier illustrated literary and satirical magazines, this original period print is an exceptional example of 1920s European graphic art and makes a striking addition to any collection of Art Deco, French illustration, or vintage magazine ephemera. See less