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Basque pelota. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796234 Basque pelota. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Basque pelota. Illustration for Le Rire, 20 June 1903. Signed " Gose".); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22437288
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Aquitaine Basque Basque Country Basques Le Rire Match Pelota Players Caricatures
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the thrilling energy of Basque pelota with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating illustration, created in the early 20th century as a color lithograph for the French satirical weekly Le Rire, showcases the intensity and passion of this traditional Basque sport. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring the action to life, making this poster a perfect addition to any space. Discover the rich cultural heritage of Basque pelota through the lens of this beautiful work of art. Order your Media Storehouse Basque pelota poster print today and bring the excitement home.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 54.7cm (16.5" x 21.5")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This vibrant and humorous illustration captures the essence of Basque pelota, a traditional sport played in the Basque Country. Created for Le Rire magazine in 1903 by an anonymous French artist known as "Gose" this colour lithograph showcases the satirical and social commentary prevalent in early 20th-century cartoons. The scene depicts a lively game of Basque pelota taking place on a court filled with enthusiastic spectators. The players, depicted as caricatures, exhibit exaggerated features and comical expressions that add to the overall amusement of the image. The cartoon-like style adds an element of playfulness to this satirical drawing. Basque pelota is a fast-paced ball game that originated in Spain's Basque region but gained popularity across Europe. This artwork highlights not only the sport itself but also its cultural significance within France during that time period. The combination of bright colors, amusing characters, and witty satire makes this print both visually captivating and socially engaging. It serves as a testament to the power of art to entertain while offering subtle commentary on society. Displayed proudly in private collections around the world, this illustration continues to delight viewers with its clever portrayal of Basque pelota and its ability to capture moments of humor from history.
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