Posters

JAGUAR MK V SALOON After the war, the SS Swallow brand became Jaguar. In order to bring in foreign currency, the company had to expand beyond its borders, particularly in the USA. To do this, it had to modernize its range, offering models of a higher class than the pre-war models. A brand-new engine, with double overhead camshafts, was launched, the famous XK. It was to power a car of more modern design and larger dimensions. Unfortunately, the new bodywork was much more complicated to develop and manufacture. It was therefore decided to keep customers waiting by modernizing the existing model. Called MK V, its plastic was rejuvenated by smaller-diameter headlamps, partially encased in the front fenders, and the addition of "spats" on the rear wheels. The 2.5 l and 3.5 l 6-cylinder engines are retained unchanged. A major innovation, however, is the use of independent suspension on the front axle. Presented at the London Motor Show in October 1948, around 9,500 units, including convertibles, were produced until mid-1951. As a result, it served perfectly as a transitional model until its descendant, the MK VII (VI being Bentley's prerogative). The model presented here is a rare 2.5-litre version. Both bodywork and interior are virtually flawless. It has 17,500 km on the clock. It drives very well and perfectly represents the idea of luxury à l'anglaise.

FIAT 500 To replace the aging Topolino, Fiat commissioned engineer Dante Giacosa to design a new, minimalist model (297 cm long) to enable Italy to massively increase its motorization. The Nuova 500 was launched on July 4, 1957. Equipped with an air-cooled 480 cm3 vertical twin-cylinder rear-mounted engine developing 13 hp, it had 2 doors opening from front to rear. Displacement was soon increased to 499.5 cm3, and power was initially raised to 16 hp, later to 18.5 hp. This new model did not compete with the 600 from the same family, but its success confirmed that Fiat had a model that the market was waiting for. 1960 saw the launch of a new version, the Giardiniera. A small station wagon with an enlarged rear volume accessible through a side-opening door. Its engine is placed flat under the floor. In 1965, the doors were finally reversed. Its success continued, and in 1972 Fiat introduced the 500 L, a slightly more luxurious version that was a "hit" in terms of sales. Its successor, the 126, was introduced in 1972. Despite this, a final version of the 500 was produced in the form of the 500 R. In all, over 3,800,000 units were produced during its career, which ended in 1975. Abarth derived several sporty versions. It was also produced in Germany (Neckar) and Austria under the Steyr Puch name, with its own powertrain. The model offered for sale is in perfect condition, having been serviced. Body and interior are faultless. It has 54,900 km on the clock. It's the surest way to win everyone's sympathy in the spirit of "Dolce Vita".

Aigle de drapeau en métal doré du modèle 1860 dit de Marion du 69e régiment - Infanterie de Ligne, with "69" on the front and "INFANTERIE DE LIGNE" on the back. Wear and tear. Late 19th century. H. 25 cm (37 cm total).

PARIS METRO - NEUILLY Polychrome enamelled plate for line 1. Marked VITRACIER JAPY. 110 x 100 cm Worn, missing.

Collection of plates from Les Maîtres de l'Affiche, monthly illustrated publication: p.130, 132, 133, 134, 136, 141, 143, 145, 146, 148, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159, 160, 169, 189, 190, 191, 192, 195, 198. Chromolithography after posters by the following artists: G. de Feure (2), W. Carqueville, J. Cheret (6) (p.133 yellowed, stains, small lack in lower left corner, tears), Steinlen (2) W. Bradley, M. Robbe, D. Hardy, Ch. Lucas, H. Meunier, E. Grasset, J.A. Gründ, A.Hohenstein, R. Pean, G.Boano, Roedel, E.Moreau-Nelaton. Each bears the dry stamp of the publication in the lower right-hand corner. (yellowed with folds, breaks, small holes in top edge, small tears and missing edges, surface abrasion to some plates, light foxing, stains). Attached: a bonus plate by J. Cheret (wet). Set of 25 plates Sheets size: 40 x 29 cm. Expert : Sylvie Collignon

Francis BACON (1909-1992) In memory of George Dyer, 1976 (Sabatier, 33) Lithograph before the letter Marked H. Deschamps Lith chez Mourlot Paris 65 lower left Poster project for the Musee Cantini in Marseille, France Exhibition May 18 - August 15, 1965 52 x 48 cm (subject). 76 x 54 cm (plate)

Reunion of plates from Les Maîtres de l'Affiche, monthly illustrated publication: pl. 199, 200, 201, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 215, 225, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232, 234, 235, 236 Chromolithography after posters by the following artists: de Feure, L.Rhead, J.Cheret (6), E.Barcet, A.de Riquer, C.Leandre, F.Fernel, A.Bash, Ch. Lucas, Misti, H. Cassiers, G.A. Rochegrosse, G.Fay, J. W. Beggarstaff, Ch. Lucas, Roedel, K.Reisner. Each bears the dry stamp of the publication in the lower right-hand corner. (yellowed with folds, breaks, small holes in top edge, small tears and light edgewear, surface abrasion to a few plates, light foxing and spotting). Two gravure plates after drawings by J.A. Portail, J. Sargent. Set of 24 plates Sheets size: 40 x 29 cm. Expert : Sylvie Collignon

Lucien BOUCHER (1889-1971), after Air France le plus grand réseau du monde" planisphere in eight posters Color print on paper Publisher Perceval Paris 121 x 100 cm approx. (each image), 242 x 400 cm approx. overall Some foxing and creasing

[AFFICHE]. Constantin TERECHKOVITCH. - "Menton, mer, monts et merveille" Set. 2 p. Paris, Mourlot imp, 1972. Color poster, 100 x 64. Perforations at corners. A second poster by the artist is included. "Menton, chamber music festival. 1966" (Paris, Mourlot imp, 1966). Color poster, 67 x 51. Nice set.