Vintage Gauloises enamel pin, winged motif, France, rare, old badge

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

Vintage French advertising pin, featuring the iconic Gauloises brand motif. The visible face has a smooth enameled finish in dark blue, red, and cream, with golden outlines. The stylized design depicts a stylized yellow wing, associated with the graphic universe of the famous Gauloises cigarette brand, on a predominantly blue circular background, with a red section on the left side. Three golden lines cross the upper left part, accentuating the dynamic effect of the motif.

The pin is round, slightly cut to follow the design of the wing and feathers. The golden outline highlights the contrast between the different colored areas. The enameled surface shows some traces of use and micro-scratches under light, typical of an old used badge. However, the enamel retains its general shine and the colors remain vibrant and well-defined.

This pin stands out for its graphic style typical of the second half of the 20th century, with a sleek design and bright colors, characteristic of vintage French advertising objects. No additional text or logo is visible on the presented face; the aesthetic relies entirely on the winged motif, immediately recognizable to connoisseurs of the Gauloises brand.

The pin is photographed on a light background, surrounded by other golden objects in the background, which highlights its colors and enameled appearance. The golden rim emphasizes the qualitative aspect of the finish. The edge of the badge is also visible, revealing the finesse of the craftsmanship.

Both a decorative and emblematic object, this Gauloises pin testifies to the history of French advertising and the taste for retro fashion accessories. Its design and colors make it a prized piece for collectors of old badges, advertising pin badges, or curious objects related to the world of tobacco in France.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Some visible signs of use: micro-scratches on the enamel, light wear on the golden outline. Overall, it remains in good visual condition for an old pin.

Did you know? The Gauloises brand, founded in 1910, long used strong graphic symbols, such as the stylized wing, to embody the spirit of freedom and audacity of its advertising campaigns, making the pin a popular communication medium from the 1980s onwards.

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