1890 8 Ft Stone Litho Original Cheret Elysee Montmartre Start Price USD 7,900.00 Current Price USD 7,900.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, July 02, 2008 End Time Wednesday, July 09, 2008 Location Chicago See more about '1890 8 Ft Stone Litho Original Cheret Elysee Montmartre' Description CLICK HERE TO MAKE PAYMENT WHEN THE AUCTION ENDS!!!1890 8 Ft Stone Litho Original Cheret Elysee MontmartreThis is an original rare Cheret lithograph from 1890. It is huge in scale. Cheret designed the print to promote a theatrical venue for the Elysee Montmartre, one of the most elegant dance halls that Parisians frequented in the late 1800s. In his classic gorgeous color, the artist has portrayed a free-spirited young woman and a happy clown. One of Cheret's assets as an artist was the way his gestural drawings gave his figures motion; there is a swing and a rhythm in his characters that sweeps us right along with them. They seem to live in the moment, carefree and bound for pleasure alone. The winning bidder will enjoy this symphony of color brilliantly orchestrated by Cheret!In the late 1800s, large-scale lithographic posters had to be printed on separate pieces of paper if the image size exceeded the press size. This image is composed of two sheets. The framers have aligned them with precision. Also, the poster has been backed with linen canvas. There is a slight vertical fold (see picture). Artist: Jules Cheret Title: "Elysee Montmartre" Medium: Color Lithograph Date: 1890 Image size: 31 ¾ by 96 inches Frame size: 41 ¼ by 101 ¼ inches Condition of the image: Very good for a poster of this age and size. Condition of the frame: Excellent Certificate of Authenticity issued by Midwest Estate BuyersJules Cheret, 1836-1932, was born in Paris to a poor but creative family of artisans. At age thirteen, he began a three-year apprenticeship with a lithographer. After extensive training, he began creating vivid advertisement posters for cabarets, music halls, and theaters such as the Moulin Rouge. He first saw enormous lithograph posters at a World's Fair during the 1850s, and immediately recognized their artistic potential. French culture promoted poster art. Rapidly growing cities, expanded commerce and industry created new wealth among a large number of people. Cheret, the "father of the poster," elevated the medium of lithography, traditionally used primarily for the creation of books, to an artform. Cheret designed over 1000 posters, and contributed greatly to the "explosion of advertising." Cheret's skill with the medium influenced the styles of many artists, including Toulouse Lautrec. This rare poster is not a reproduction of a drawing or painting that already existed; this is a truly original creation by Cheret. It is a much-sought after work of art, and would highlight any collection.Due to the price or shipping dimensions of this item a shipping quote is required. For more information please see our aboutme page.printSee over 2,000 art, antique & collectible items on our eBay Store, by clicking here! Like this item? See similar Live auction items by clicking here!Like this item? See similar ebay items by clicking here!CLICK THE IMAGE TO ENLARGE    Please include the auction item number and your e-mail address in all correspondence with us.All shipping costs apply only to the 48 contiguous United States and items with a final sales price under $500.00.All International sales require a shipping quote. For a shipping quote please contact us by email CLICK HEREIllinois residents must pay 7.75% sales tax.Insurance cost will be added to every purchase based on final sales price.There will be a $35.00 fee for all returned checks.Shipping quotes are required for any item $500.00 and over, large items and shipments outside the United States.We will accept Paypal CLICK HERE TO PAY AFTER AUCTION.All payments should be made by PayPal, major credit card, money order, or check. Never send cash. Please note a ten-business day clearing period is required on all personal checks.For more information please CLICK HEREListed with Midwest Estate Buyer's Auction Management System ™ AMS™ Like this item? See similar Live auction items by clicking here!Like this item? See similar ebay items by clicking here!CLICK HERE TO MAKE PAYMENT WHEN THE AUCTION ENDS!!! Place a Bid!