Description
Belle Époque – Canvas Collection is a curated selection within our Timeless Masterpieces concept, where three original posters from the late 19th century tell the story of a time when industry, culture, and art converged in Paris and northern France.
Two classic advertising lithographs from Defrance et Cie (1897) show how industrial products were marketed with elegance and craftsmanship. Typography, ornamentation, and detailed composition make them beautiful historical documents from an era when even advertising was considered art.
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s iconic poster “Moulin Rouge: La Goulue” (1891) captures the vibrant nightlife of Montmartre and is regarded as a milestone in modern poster art. Here, the graphic language is as important as the content – an explosion of movement, colour, and atmosphere.
Together, these three works form a narrative of the Belle Époque – a period defined by optimism, innovation, and creativity. The collection is a tribute to the birth of poster art and its ability to unite function and beauty.
Product information
• Canvas print
• Black floating frame – ready to hang
• Based on original posters from the late 19th century
• Sizes:
– Defrance et Cie – Carrelages & Pavages Céramiques – 50×70 cm (vertical)
– Defrance et Cie – Carrelages & Pavages Céramiques (with factory motif) – 50×70 cm (vertical)
– Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec – Moulin Rouge: La Goulue – 50×70 cm (vertical)
Credits
• Defrance et Cie – Carrelages & Pavages Céramiques – Lith. Mazeron Frères, Nevers, 1897
• Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec – Moulin Rouge: La Goulue – Paris, 1891
Cropping
Cropped version of the original posters. The composition has been carefully adapted without altering the expression or visual balance of the works.
Execution
The motifs are printed on canvas and mounted in black floating frames for a graphic, minimalist presentation that suits both modern interiors and classic settings.
Custom sizes
Would you like other sizes? We’re happy to help. Contact us at contact@kunstlageret.com and we’ll explore what’s possible based on your wishes.
About the creators
Mazeron Frères, Nevers – leading French lithography studio of the late 19th century, specialising in industrial and commercial prints.
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864–1901) – French artist and pioneer of modern poster art. His works combine artistic expression with commercial communication and capture life in Paris during the Belle Époque.
