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Original 1889 poster by E. Conrad - exposition universelle de Paris France

1889

$1,527.89
£1,132.57
€1,560VAT Included
CA$2,131.18
A$2,167.80
CHF 1,244.10
MX$26,059.50
NOK 14,512.33
SEK 14,648.95
DKK 9,913.06

About the Item

This powerful and allegorical original 1889 poster by E. Conrad was created for the celebrated Exposition Universelle de Paris, marking a high point in 19th-century France’s embrace of globalism, diplomacy, and artistic grandeur. At the center of the composition stands a personification of France, rendered in classical robes, hand outstretched in a welcoming gesture to representatives from around the globe — a richly dressed procession that includes figures symbolizing various cultures, ethnicities, and nations. Their vibrant costumes underscore the spirit of international cooperation and cultural exchange that defined the 1889 World’s Fair. In the background looms the newly unveiled Eiffel Tower, a feat of engineering that came to symbolize not only the Exposition but also the innovative spirit of modern France. Surrounding it, the meticulously illustrated grounds of the exposition stretch out with monumental pavilions, domes, and gardens, placing the viewer directly in the grandeur of the fair itself. The poster celebrates France’s position as a cultural and political host to the world, portraying the nation as dignified, enlightened, and generous — a beacon to “les peuples” of all continents. Both visually compelling and ideologically rich, this lithograph is a quintessential example of Belle Époque visual culture, embodying the optimism and pageantry of one of the most iconic World’s Fairs in history. It’s a rare and significant artifact for collectors of historical ephemera, 19th-century art, or World’s Fair memorabilia. Exhibition - Paris - Eiffel Tower
  • Creator:
    E. Conrad
  • Creation Year:
    1889
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.45 in (57 cm)Width: 27.17 in (69 cm)
  • Medium:
    Paper,Lithograph
  • Period:
    1880-1889
  • Condition:
    Good condition, two tears on the edges.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792216845002

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