Opera Paris French Vintage (1901) by Leonetto Cappiello - Wall Art Rolled Canvas Print

ROLLED CANVAS PRINT

Printed using only high quality inks on gallery grade 280 GSM fine art canvas with a smooth matte finish to ensure a sharp vibrant image. Includes an additional 1.5 inch white border to assist with mounting or framing. Please add a note when ordering if you do not require a border.Orders dispatched the next working day. Estimated UK delivery 1-2 days, international 8-10 working days or less.

Leonetto Cappiello

Leonetto Cappiello, born on April 9, 1875, in Livorno, Italywas an Italian-French artist and designer known for his innovative and influential work in the field of poster art.

Cappiello began his artistic career as a caricaturist and illustrator, working for various magazines and newspapers in Italy. In 1898, he moved to Paris, which proved to be a turning point in his career. There, he discovered the emerging field of poster design and became one of the pioneers of the modern poster movement.

Cappiello's posters were characterized by their vivid colours, bold typography, and humorous or striking imagery. He had a keen ability to distill the essence of a product or brand into a simple, memorable image. Unlike many of his contemporaries who relied on intricate illustrations, Cappiello embraced simplicity and utilized clean lines and large, simplified forms to create powerful visual impact.

Throughout his career, Cappiello created thousands of posters for a wide range of clients, including renowned companies such as Bitter Campari, Pirelli, and Cognac Monnet. His posters became iconic and played a significant role in shaping the visual culture of the early 20th century.