Description
This original 1900 Voyage au Pays de Cocagne chromolithograph poster is a charming turn-of-the-century treasure designed to promote a delightful parlor game for young audiences. Created by artist Léon Saussine and printed in France, this whimsical piece captures the playful spirit of Belle Époque entertainment culture.
The original Voyage au Pays de Cocagne poster measures 18.25″ × 13.25″ and showcases the vibrant chromolithographic printing technique characteristic of early-1900s game ephemera. The composition depicts a fantastical journey to “the land of milk and honey,” illustrated with charming figures—children and adults engaged in a parlor game scene—set against an imaginative landscape filled with trees, architecture, and leisure activities.
Léon Saussine’s artistic design perfectly captures the whimsy and entertainment value that made this board game appealing to Victorian and Edwardian families. The poster’s brilliant color palette and fine details exemplify the exceptional quality of French chromo-lithography during this golden era of parlor games and domestic entertainment.
This poster has been professionally archival-mounted on linen and remains in very good condition, ready for framing and display. The preservation work ensures longevity while maintaining the integrity of the original artwork. Perfect for collectors of vintage game ephemera, Belle Époque design, French lithography, or those seeking authentic period pieces that celebrate the history of parlor games and childhood entertainment.
We guarantee authenticity with a Certificate of Authenticity. The Vintage Poster is an IVPDA-certified dealer specializing in original vintage posters for over 25 years.
Artist Note: Léon Saussine was a French artist known for creating decorative and promotional lithographs during the Belle Époque period. His work on board game posters and parlor game ephemera represents an important but often-overlooked category of French commercial art from the turn of the 20th century.
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- Vintage chromo-lithograph game poster (synonyms: original chromo-lithograph poster, antique board game poster)
- Authentic Belle Époque parlor game poster (synonyms: vintage 1900 game ephemera, original French entertainment poster)
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