Perrier Hokusai Wave Bernard Villemot Original Vintage Poster On Linen
$ 102.96
Description
PERRIER HOKUSAI WAVE BERNARD VILLEMOT ORIGINAL VINTAGE POSTER ON LINEN. Villemot’s use of bold, contrasting colors and stylized design gives the wave a dynamic, yet simple, appearance. The influence of Hokusai’s classic work is clear, but Villemot adapts it into a contemporary advertising context. PosterFrance - Poster Classics With locations in France and the USA, selling vintage French and Italian posters for over 30 years Perrier Hokusai wave by Bernard Villemot 1980 This Perrier “Hokusai Wave” poster, created by Bernard Villemot in 1980, is a tribute to the famous Hokusai woodblock print, “The Great Wave off Kanagawa.” Villemot’s design merges the iconic wave with a minimalist approach. The Perrier bottle’s shape is subtly integrated into the crest of the wave, tying the image back to the brand. Villemot’s use of bold, contrasting colors and stylized design gives the wave a dynamic, yet simple, appearance. The influence of Hokusai’s classic work is clear, but Villemot adapts it into a contemporary advertising context. This piece reflects a blending of East and West in a way that was innovative for its time. The poster measures 22.5 x 17 inches and is printed using offset lithography on linen. It is in excellent “A” condition, carefully preserved for collectors. As a second printing, this poster is rare and highly collectible, making it a standout item in any vintage poster collection. This poster is a unique piece of 20th-century advertising art. Its rare status and artistic connection to a well-known Japanese work make it a valuable addition to any collection. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or a vintage poster collector, this piece offers a rare opportunity to own an iconic design. Title: Perrier, Also Known as Hokusai Wave Artist: Bernard Villemot Date: 1980 Printer: Perrier Size: 22.5 x 17 inches, on linen Print Type: Offset Lithography Condition: Excellent “A” on linen Comments: Rare second printing, tribute to Hokusai’s iconic wave About Us: With over 30 years of experience, Poster France LLC and Poster Classics SRL have been dedicated to curating and offering vintage posters. Our journey began in the 1980s as a passionate hobby that evolved into a substantial collection, transitioning into a wholesale and eventually a retail venture. Our passion extends to all forms of vintage posters, from travel to theater, and everything in between. Notably, we specialize in the rich traditions of French and Italian Poster Art. Our expertise in antique posters has been recognized and sought after by prestigious publications such as the Financial Times of London, Wall Street Journal, Forbes Magazine, Daily Express, as well as esteemed platforms like Antiques Roadshow and various museums and private collections worldwide.
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