like we today have pity for the aristocratic society whose ancient prints we refer to with carelessness and levity
Rivard's career as a writer and composer began in earnest when he became a member of the theatrical group Quenouille Bleue
induced by his love of color and the desire to produce colorful posters
as well as an incredible historical find
This piece is from a private collection
1950s Original French Poster, Messageries Maritimes Union Francaise - Poulain cigarette like we today have pityDate: 1950s Size: 39 x 24 inches Artist: Poulain About The Poster: Lovely, lyrical, and beautifully coloured, this mid century poster would look great in almost any room even a boardroom! About the Messageries Maritimes, Wikipedia tells us that it is an old French company which originally was created in 1851 as the Messageries Nationales, later Messageries Imperiales, and in 1871 the Compagnie des Messageries Maritimes. In 1851, a little ship owner