Bernard Villemot
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Bernard Villemot (1911,
Bally Shoe,[2] Perrier, and Air France. He was known for a sharp artistic vision that was influenced by photography,[3] and for his ability to distill an advertising message to a memorable image with simple, elegant lines and bold colors.[4]
Biography
From 1932 to 1934, he studied in Paris with artist
Decorative Arts in Paris held an exhibition of his works.[5] By the end of his life in 1989, he was known as one of the last great poster artists,[4] and many collectors and critics consider him to be the "painter-laureate of modern commercial art."[7]
Since his death in 1989, his memorable images have been increasingly sought after by collectors.George H. Bon Salle (2015).[9]
References
- ^ The Buy: Orangina Poster. The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 20 October 2011.
- ^ "New Straits Times - Google News Archive Search".
- ^ Raymond Savignac, 94, French Poster Artist – New York Times. Nytimes.com (1 November 2002). Retrieved 20 October 2011.
- ^ a b When It Comes To Posters, Collectors Can'T Afford To Get Hung Up On The Masters. Pqasb.pqarchiver.com (25 September 1988). Retrieved 20 October 2011.
- ^ a b c d e f g Villemot (1911–1989) – Les Arts Décoratifs – Site officiel. Lesartsdecoratifs.fr. Retrieved 20 October 2011.
- ^ Free Press Release News Wire. The Open Press (31 July 2004). Retrieved 20 October 2011.
- ^ Today'S Deep-Pocketed Collectors Are Sold On The Art Of Advertising. Pqasb.pqarchiver.com (26 October 1993). Retrieved 20 October 2011.
- ^ Prices off the wall for vintage posters. Pqasb.pqarchiver.com (14 May 1992). Retrieved 20 October 2011.
- ^ WorldCat
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