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ORIGINAL 1932 Vintage Italian Poster A. Colussi Focaccia Large Framed - $900 (Cedar Hills)
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Original 1932 stone lithograph
Medium-format (shop display)
Printed by Arti Grafiche Navarra, Milan
This is an authentic period piece, likely from the early 1930s, not a modern reproduction. It comes professionally framed in a black wood frame behind glass. {Apologies for the poor quality images -- it is difficult to photograph given its size and glass reflection.}
Condition: The poster is in "honest vintage" condition. It displays visible patina consistent with a 90+ year old paper item. There is noticeable creasing and "spiderwebbing" in the blue ink (crackle texture), and some wear along the border edges. The colors, however, remain vibrant and the gold typography is sharp. The frame is solid with a dust cover on the back.
Dimensions (approx):
Outer Frame: 33 7/8" x 45 5/8"
Visible Print: 27 1/8" x 38 7/8"
This is a massive, statement piece perfect for a kitchen, bakery, restaurant, or anyone who collects Italian heritage art.
We believe this to be an authentic vintage print based on the following:
SIZE CONFIRMATION
Measured size 27" × 39" (≈ 68 × 99 cm) exactly matches the known medium-format original produced by Navarra in 1932 for indoor/shop display. This format is rarer than the later oversized reprints. Medium-format originals of this poster are collectible and rising, especially when printed by Navarra.
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PRINTING DETAILS THAT MATCH ORIGINALS
The poster shows:
• True stone-lithography characteristics
Soft tonal transitions
Grain visible in the color fields (especially the blue sky)
Crisp but not pixel-like outlines
• Correct border layout
Red outer border
Narrow white margin with text inside bottom edge
• Correct printer mark
ARTI GRAFICHE NAVARRA S.A. MILANO in the lower-left margin.
• Correct affissione authorization
Lower-right, small type, dated 13-12-1932.
All features line up with confirmed originals.
Vintage poster, Italian advertising, antique print, lithograph, 1930s, Art Deco, Venice, Venezia, bakery decor, restaurant art, rare poster, Panettone, Focaccia, Colussi, Art Deco food advertising, Italian travel/culinary graphics, Venice-related collectibles,
Pre-WWII Italian posters