{"product_id":"ap_24375","title":"La Cathédrale de Reims - France 1961","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eThis striking 1961 original poster features \u003cem data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"286\"\u003eLa Cathédrale de Reims\u003c\/em\u003e as interpreted by Maurice Utrillo, one of the most celebrated painters of the School of Paris. Created for the promotion of France as a cultural destination, the poster beautifully bridges fine art and travel advertising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eThe image reproduces Utrillo’s distinctive vision of the famous Gothic cathedral, rendered in his unmistakable style. Thick, textured brushstrokes—faithfully translated into print—give the façade a sense of weight and history. The monument appears almost sculpted in paint, its intricate architecture softened by a poetic, slightly melancholic atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eUtrillo, known primarily for his views of Montmartre, brought to his architectural subjects a deeply personal sensitivity. Here, the Cathedral of Reims—site of the coronation of French kings—becomes more than a landmark; it is a living presence, imbued with memory and emotion. The subdued palette of greys, blues, and earthy tones evokes a quiet winter day, enhancing the contemplative mood of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eAt the base, the bold “FRANCE” typography anchors the poster within the tradition of mid-century travel promotion, when the country highlighted its artistic and historical heritage to attract international visitors. Rather than using photography, the choice of a painterly image reflects a refined cultural positioning—France as a destination of art, history, and timeless beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003eThis poster also illustrates the important collaboration between modern art and tourism in the postwar period, where works by major artists were adapted into elegant promotional imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eToday, it is highly sought after by collectors of Utrillo, French travel posters, and architectural imagery. Its appeal lies in both its artistic pedigree and its decorative power, offering a sophisticated and evocative vision of one of France’s most iconic monuments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2261\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA poetic and atmospheric tribute to Gothic architecture, this piece captures the enduring soul of Reims through the eyes of a master painter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Poster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReligion - Tourism - Marne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrance - Photo: Braun - Collection of Prof. W. Hadorn in Bern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrinted by Braun \u0026amp; Cie in Mulhouse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood condition, slight creases\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Utrillo Maurice","offers":[{"title":"100 x 62 \/ A","offer_id":53766516113735,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/9275\/3081\/files\/AP_24375Insta2.jpg?v=1777988362","url":"https:\/\/galerie1881.fr\/en\/products\/ap_24375","provider":"Galerie 1881","version":"1.0","type":"link"}