If you are as devoted as I am to vintage and retro art and have been fortunate enough to encounter The Muscleheaded Blog, you will know what very heaven it is to explore. In this post he writes about the “Father of Modern Advertising”, Leonetto Cappiello [1875-1942].
Leonetto Cappiello was the premier poster artist of his generation—
He developed a unique and revolutionary style,
…… and his work is as popular today as it was during the height of the Belle Epoque.
It’s very possible that you are already familiar with Leonetto Cappiello’s beautiful art,
……..and weren’t really aware of it.
His work is so synonymous with the whole advertising poster art revolution of the early 1900s ,
….that he is called the “Father of Modern Advertising”.
And while the majority of his best work was…
Read more at The Poster Art of Leonetto Cappiello | The Muscleheaded Blog.
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I love this poster and yes it’s timeless….as fresh today as if it just came off the press. Have a lovely Monday. Janet:)
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It is glorious, isn’t it. Happy Monday! 🙂
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Beautiful poster.
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Thanks for sharing Sarah. Happy Monday! I’ll go and explore the site
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Pleasure! I was going to say thank you for the tweet but when I went to fave and RT, it had disappeared. Happy week! Oh, the other thing I meant to say was that I think you should check on your tote order as I’ve not had any notification that I’ve sold a garlic one. I may have missed the relevant email but I don’t want your mother (or you!) to be disappointed!
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Love this one as well. Checked out the blog and enjoyed the artwork and the history.
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