Expo 58 The Holy See Poster

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Original vintage “Le Saint-Siège” Expo 58 poster created for the Vatican / Holy See Pavilion at the 1958 Brussels World’s … Read more Original vintage “Le Saint-Siège” Expo 58 poster created for the Vatican / Holy See Pavilion at the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair . The poster features a striking mid-century graphic composition in orange, red, purple, black and cream, incorporating the iconic Expo 58 star-and-globe emblem alongside imagery referring to the Holy See pavilion. The French text reads “Le Saint-Siège à l’Exposition Internationale de Bruxelles 1958 – Avril-Octobre.” At the bottom, the poster references the French committee for the Pavilion of the Holy See and is marked “Printed in Belgium.” A particularly decorative and collectible piece of authentic Expo 58 ephemera , combining Belgian post-war graphic design, religious history and the optimism of the 1958 World’s Fair. Period: 1958 Event: Expo 58 – Brussels World’s Fair Pavilion: Le Saint-Siège / Holy See / Vatican Pavilion Origin: Belgium Style: Mid-Century Modern / Graphic Design Type: Original vintage exhibition poster Dimensions: 53 × 73 cm Condition: Good vintage condition with visible age-related folds, creasing and patina. Framed as shown. See less