Jules Chéret 1896 Lithograph on Japan Paper — Le Punch Grassot, Les Maîtres De L’Affiche

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A rare and luminous example of Jules Chéret’s Belle Époque mastery, Le Punch Grassot (1896) comes from the legendary Les … Read more A rare and luminous example of Jules Chéret’s Belle Époque mastery, Le Punch Grassot (1896) comes from the legendary Les Maîtres de l’Affiche subscription series — the most celebrated poster‑art publication of the 19th century. Printed by Imprimerie Chaix, Paris and executed on delicate Japan paper, this plate embodies the elegance, motion, and Parisian joie‑de‑vivre that made Chéret the father of the modern poster.

Artwork & Imagery
• Vibrant Belle Époque palette with Chéret’s signature sense of movement
• A lively café‑culture vignette capturing the theatrical spirit of 1890s Paris
• Crisp plate‑signed impression in the lower right margin

Edition & Authenticity
• Original 1896 lithograph from Les Maîtres de l’Affiche: PL. 5
• Printed on Japan paper, the most desirable paper variant in the series
• Bears the official Les Maîtres de l’Affiche – Imprimerie Chaix blind stamp (bottom right)
• Issued as part of the monthly collector subscription between 1895–1900

Framing & Presentation
• Professionally framed in a clean, gallery‑style frame
• Archival matting; ready to hang

Condition
• Good vintage condition
• Minor margin staining; image remains bright, clean, and well‑preserved

Why This Piece Matters
Collectors prize Le Punch Grassot for its combination of:
• Investment‑grade provenance
• High‑quality Japan‑paper impressions
• Strong decorative appeal for modern, eclectic, Parisian, or mid‑century interiors
• Historical significance as part of the most important poster‑art series ever published

This is a warm, charismatic slice of Belle Époque Paris — a genuine 19th‑century artwork that elevates any room with color, history, and sophistication. A beautiful opportunity to acquire an authentic Chéret in a premium edition format. See less