René Gruau

Circa 1980 original poster for Dior's Eau Sauvage by René Gruau

Circa 1980

This original circa 1980 poster by René Gruau for Christian Dior Eau Sauvage perfectly encapsulates the artist's celebrated vision of masculine elegance and Parisian sophistication. The composition features a confident male figure emerging from the darkness wrapped in a simple towel while holding the famous Eau Sauvage bottle. The scene combines humour, charm and refinement, qualities that became synonymous with both the fragrance and Gruau's unmistakable artistic style. René Gruau remains one of the greatest illustrators in fashion history. His long-standing collaboration with Christian Dior produced some of the most memorable advertising images of the twentieth century and helped establish the visual codes of luxury branding still used today. Gruau's mastery lay in his extraordinary use of negative space and simplified forms. A few confident brushstrokes and carefully chosen colours were enough to suggest movement, personality and atmosphere with remarkable elegance. Launched in 1966, Eau Sauvage became one of the defining men's fragrances of the modern era, celebrated for its freshness and timeless appeal. Gruau's illustrations contributed enormously to the fragrance's identity, associating it with effortless style rather than conventional advertising clichés. Today, original Dior posters...

This elegant original advertising poster created circa 1980 by the legendary fashion illustrator René Gruau was produced for Christian Dior's Eau Sauvage, one of the most iconic men's fragrances of the twentieth century. Against Gruau's characteristic dramatic black background, a couple is depicted in an intimate embrace, their silhouettes reduced to a few essential lines and fields of colour. The composition perfectly captures the atmosphere of sophistication, seduction and understated luxury that defined Dior's visual identity during the late twentieth century. René Gruau revolutionised fashion illustration through his ability to communicate glamour and emotion with extraordinary economy of means. His bold use of black, punctuated by vibrant red accents and carefully placed highlights, became instantly recognizable and influenced generations of illustrators, photographers and advertisers. Introduced in 1966, Eau Sauvage quickly became one of the most successful and enduring men's fragrances ever produced by Dior. Its advertising campaigns reflected a new vision of masculine elegance: refined, confident and effortlessly modern. Gruau's imagery elevated perfume advertising to the level of fine art. Rather than relying on literal representation, he created visual narratives that suggested atmosphere and emotion, allowing viewers to complete the story themselves. Today, original Dior posters...

This striking 1982 vintage poster, designed by Razzia, was created to promote the Paris Posters exhibition at the Musée de l’Affiche et de la Publicité during the summer (Été 82). Featuring a bold and graphic collage-style composition, the artwork embodies the dynamic energy of 1980s design. Razzia, a renowned French graphic artist, is celebrated for his iconic Art Deco-inspired poster designs with a modern twist. In this piece, he juxtaposes a stylized black-and-white Eiffel Tower, a monochrome portrait of a woman, and an accordion transformed into the Arc de Triomphe, all set against a dramatic black background with vivid color accents. The use of cutout-style imagery and neon-inspired typography reflects the postmodern aesthetic of the early 1980s, capturing the bold creativity of the era. The vibrant contrast of yellow, red, and blue highlights adds to the poster’s visual impact, making it a standout example of contemporary French graphic design. A rare and collectible piece, this original Razzia poster...

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Original Dior linen backed “Eau Sauvage” poster. You are buying only linen backed poster, no frame. Only poster is 48" wide by 67" high.

Year 1982 Poster Size 36 x 24" / 91.4 x 61cm Art By Razzia Rolled/Folded/Other Rolled Condition Mint Condition Notes None - item is in perfect condition. Depicting a fashio...

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Original vintage French poster: Christian Dior Homage. (Homage à Christian Dior) Artist: Rene Gruau. Mint condition Original. Size: 15.75" x 24" Very fine condition; read...