Vintage poster Clicherie Presse Voyage President Loubet Spain Portugal retro

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Description

An antique poster from the Clicherie de la Presse (Paris, 129 rue Montmartre), illustrating the "Voyage of President Loubet to Spain and Portugal". The visible side shows yellowed paper, typical of an old print, with marked folds and some visible areas of wear. The print is in black and white, featuring a series of engraved portraits of political and royal figures of the time, including Émile Loubet, Alfonso XIII, Carlos I, Queen Maria Christina, and other historical figures. Several iconic buildings, such as the Royal Palace of Madrid, the Royal Palace of Lisbon, and the Escorial, are also represented by detailed engravings.

The poster's composition is organized around a title in capital letters "CLICHERIE DE LA PRESSE" at the top, followed by the subtitle "Voyage du Président Loubet en Espagne et Portugal". Portraits are aligned at the top and on the sides, while architectural representations occupy the central and lower parts. The paper shows slight embossing and cross-folding marks, indicating old storage. There are also some minor tears and stains, mainly along the folds, without hindering the overall readability.

The inscriptions, perfectly legible, detail the names and functions of the various figures depicted, as well as information about the monuments. At the bottom of the poster, a "PRIX" section and a list of available formats are printed, which suggests it was likely a promotional document or an order form for press clichés.

The graphic style, typography, and presentation suggest a production from the very end of the 19th or beginning of the 20th century, consistent with Émile Loubet's presidency (1899-1906). The whole evokes the charm of official documents and historical souvenirs, with a decorative aspect marked by its engraved portraits and architectural views.

The surface of the document visible in the photo shows only one side, with all graphic elements, texts, and illustrations concentrated on this front. No back or other side is visible.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows marked folds, visible signs of wear, small tears and stains, mainly on the folds. The paper is yellowed, typical of an old document.

Did you know? Émile Loubet's trip to Spain and Portugal was a significant diplomatic event at the beginning of the 20th century, illustrating Franco-Iberian relations at the time. "Press clichés" were then essential for documenting and disseminating major political events before the rise of modern press photography.

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