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1899 original poster for The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine

1899

$1,608.32
£1,178.64
€1,620VAT Included
CA$2,218.12
A$2,244.90
CHF 1,287.17
MX$27,227.88
NOK 14,969.22
SEK 15,237.22
DKK 10,293.57

About the Item

This evocative 1899 poster for The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine—promoting its special Christmas number—captures the refined aesthetic and literary prestige of one of America’s leading publications at the turn of the century. At the center of the composition stands a serene, angelic figure, softly illuminated and framed by expansive, luminous wings. The figure appears absorbed in reading, reinforcing the intellectual and contemplative nature of the magazine itself. Flanking the angel are two tall, slender candles, their delicate flames echoing the quiet glow of the scene and enhancing the spiritual, almost sacred atmosphere. The palette is subdued yet rich, dominated by warm browns, soft creams, and muted golds. This tonal restraint lends the poster a painterly quality, distinguishing it from more graphic, high-contrast designs of the period. The effect is intimate and introspective, perfectly aligned with the reflective mood traditionally associated with the Christmas season. Typography is handled with equal care. The tall, elegant lettering of “The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine” stretches across the composition, integrated harmoniously with the imagery rather than imposed upon it. The additional text—“Christmas Number”—anchors the lower portion, while publication details referencing London and New York emphasize the magazine’s international reach and cultural authority. Unlike purely commercial advertisements, this poster conveys a sense of cultural aspiration. It presents the magazine not merely as reading material, but as a gateway to art, literature, and thoughtful engagement. The angel motif reinforces this idea, suggesting enlightenment, inspiration, and the quiet pleasure of intellectual discovery. As a whole, the poster reflects the high standards of late 19th-century illustrated publishing, when magazines were central to cultural life and their visual promotion was entrusted to artists capable of blending symbolism, design, and narrative. Today, it remains a beautiful example of fin-de-siècle graphic art—poetic, restrained, and deeply evocative of its time. Original poster Press - Advertising - United States Christmas Number
  • Creation Year:
    1899
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.08 in (51 cm)Width: 14.57 in (37 cm)
  • Medium:
    Paper,Lithograph
  • Period:
    1890-1899
  • Condition:
    Good condition, a fold, dirt.
  • Gallery Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1792217843512

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