Maitres de L'Affiche Pl.144 - La Dame Aux Camelias - Mucha

Maîtres de l'Affiche (Masters of the Poster) refers to 256 color lithographic plates used to create an art publication during the Belle Époque in Paris, France. The collection, reproduced from the original works of ninety-seven artists in a smaller 11 x 15-inch format, was put together by Jules Chéret, the father of poster art and distributed between 1895 – 1900. The varied selection of prints was sold in packages of four and delivered monthly to subscribers. Designed for a subscription audience, the publication showcased the most influential posters of the era in a collectible small format. This poster was created by the famous artist, Alphons Mucha, otherwise known as the father of Art Nouveau. This beautiful example of Mucha’s romantic flair and intricate detailing advertises the play La Dame Aux Camelias, adapted by a novel by Alexandre Dumas and starring famous actress Sarah Bernhardt. The story follows an ill Parisian courtesan, Marguerite, who is 'kept' by a callous wealthy b