Jules Chéret (French, 1836-1932), Quinquina Dubonnet (Apéritif dans tous les Cafés)

Lithograph in colors, 1896, published by Chaix, Paris, printed for Courrier, presented in giltwood frame.

Sight size 21 1/4 x 15 in.; Frame dimensions 30 x 23 1/2 in.

Private Collection, Richmond, Virginia

A master of Belle Époque advertising, Jules Chéret infused this poster with vibrant color and dynamic movement to promote the popular French aperitif, Dubonnet. The joyful female figure, a hallmark of Chéret’s style, embodies the drink’s lively and modern appeal.

Condition A-: Overall good condition with strong, bright coloring; some light toning and few creases with possible associated minor edge tears; not examined out of frame.