Poster Art – A Love Story of culture and commerce.
Poster art has always been more than advertising, it's it’s a window into culture, style, and imagination. From the vibrant streets of Belle Époque Paris, where artists like Toulouse-Lautrec turned cafés and cabarets into icons, to the bold, graphic posters of the early 20th century that promoted everything from travel to theater, posters have shaped the way we see art in everyday life.
What makes poster art so powerful is its ability to merge fine art with public life. These works weren’t hidden away in galleries — they were plastered on walls, street corners, and cafés, where everyone could experience them. They reflect not only artistic innovation but also the pulse of their time: joy, glamour, rebellion, and the beauty of modern living.
In this collection, you’ll find a celebration of poster art old and new — from classic French and Parisian inspirations to modern reinterpretations we’ve created at Elliott Best, bringing fresh life to the tradition. Each piece carries the same spirit: bold design, rich color, and a sense of art meant to be lived with, shared, and enjoyed.
Below: An original art poster featuring Absinthe and the green fairy.
Poster Art – A Love Story.
At the turn of the 20th century, Paris was alive with light, color, and energy. Cafés spilled out into the streets, cabarets pulsed with music, and the city walls themselves became canvases for artists. This was the golden age of poster art — when an evening out at the Moulin Rouge or a new theater production wasn’t just an event, but a spectacle announced with bold, imaginative design.
Artists like Jules Chéret, Alphonse Mucha, and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec elevated posters beyond simple advertisements, transforming them into collectible works of art. Their flowing lines, daring colors, and unforgettable characters captured not only attention but also the spirit of modern life. In a sense, poster art was the original form of ‘street art’ — public, accessible, and impossible to ignore.
Today, poster art continues to inspire. Whether we are drawn to the nostalgia of vintage travel posters, the elegance of Parisian cabaret scenes, or bold contemporary reinterpretations, these images speak to a timeless desire: to capture life’s energy and put it on display. They are artworks designed to make you stop, look, and feel — instantly.
Our curated collection of famous and original Poster Art honors this legacy while embracing new creative expressions. We honor this legacy while embracing new creativity. We digitally enhance the images to remove any folds, tears or discoloration.
We also reimagine classic motifs and exploring fresh designs, and invite you to see this medium as art, as history, as a reflection of its time, and as a living tradition that inspires delight and respect as an art form today.