Original Antique French Linen Backed Poster "La Liberte" 1898 By PAL

Here is a beautiful Original Antique French Linen Backed Poster entitled "La Liberte" 1898 By PAL (Jean de Paléologue, 1860-1942)

Title: La Liberté. 1898.

PAL announces the inaugural issue of this liberal newspaper specializing in political and literary coverage with an image of an unfettered Marianne, holding an outsize writer’s quill—the weapon of choice of literati everywhere—that serves as the flag staff for the French tricolor.

This striking poster features Marianne wearing a cuirassier's helmet. She holds in her hand a flag/feather with the motto "Fatherland, Order, Progress". At her belt, she carries a sword. This poster is reminiscent of Eugène Delacroix's painting "Liberty Leading the People".

Additional details:

Materials and Techniques: Colour lithograph on paper

Style: Belle Epoque, Art Nouveau

Theme: Newspaper, Paris

Linen Backed: YES

Measures: 65.5”H x 47.25”W in frame

Condition: Poster has been professionally restored in several areas on the right hand side of the poster. Overall very good condition. Professionally framed by Prestige Framing in Oak Bay. No shipping for this item. Pickup in store or local Victoria/Vancouver delivery only.