Description
Paris Propre Souriant Fleuri Original Poster
A bold civic poster by Paul Colin promoting a clean, welcoming, and flower-filled Paris. The design centers on the historic city seal, rendered in simplified, emblematic forms—ship, profile, and floral elements—set against striking blocks of red and blue. Graphic and direct, the composition reflects Colin’s Art Deco sensibility while aligning with mid-century municipal campaigns to present Paris as orderly, modern, and visually harmonious.
Details:
- Artist: Paul Colin
- Title: Paris Propre Souriant Fleuri
- Printer: Imp. Bedos, Paris
- Country: France
- Format: Vertical
- Style: Art Deco / civic graphic design
Condition:
Archival linen backed, very good condition. Original fold mark restored; no paper loss.
Dimensions & Framing:
Linen backed, ready to frame.
Provenance & Background:
Issued as part of a civic beautification initiative, this poster uses the traditional arms of Paris to reinforce identity while promoting cleanliness and urban pride. Paul Colin’s reductive approach—flattened shapes, limited palette, and strong geometry—translates historic symbolism into a modern visual language accessible to a broad public.
Authenticity:
Original lithograph, not a reproduction.
Purchase & Shipping:
Securely packaged and shipped with a certificate of authenticity.
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