Description
This Festival International des Arènes de Lutèce poster is an original lithograph from Paris, France, issued for the 1953 festival running 14 Juin – 14 Juillet 1953. The design captures the excitement of a major cultural event staged in one of Paris’s most storied historic venues, the Arènes de Lutèce.
The Arènes de Lutèce are Roman ruins located in the older parts of Paris (Lutèce/Lutetia), and the amphitheater is among the most important surviving remains from the Gallo-Roman era in the city. Once able to seat large crowds, these arenas were historically used for public spectacles—an enduring symbol of Paris’s layered past. In 1953, this rich setting provided an unforgettable backdrop for the “Festival International” program, making the poster an especially desirable piece for collectors of mid-century European posters, festival memorabilia, and architectural-history themed ephemera.
Printed as an original vintage lithograph and presented in linen-backed format, this poster is well-suited for framing and display, bringing bold mid-century color and strong event typography to your wall. It’s a compelling museum-worthy collectible for anyone who loves Paris, French graphic design, and festival culture.
Condition
Very fine collector condition with minor, age-appropriate surface wear; linen backed and display-ready.
Authentication
Includes a Free Certificate of Authenticity with the artwork.
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