Sku: EF5942-D
Artist: Artist Unknown
Title: L'Homme Aux Mille Visages
Year: 1938
Signed: No
Medium: Offset Lithograph
Paper Size: 14 x 21.25 inches ( 36 x 54 cm )
Image Size: 11 x 20.25 inches ( 28 x 51 cm )
Edition Size: Unknown
Framed: No: Inquire with our experts for framing suggestions.
Condition: A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling

Additional Details: James Cagney – L’Homme aux Mille Visages (The Man of a Thousand Faces), 1938 Original French lobby poster, Casino de Clichy, Paris. This rare and visually dynamic original French lobby poster was used to promote the American film The Man of a Thousand Faces in a Paris cinema in 1938. Featuring James Cagney, alongside Dorothy Malone and Jane Greer, the composition captures the dramatic intensity and theatrical flair of classic Hollywood cinema. The design blends portraiture with narrative vignettes, surrounding Cagney’s central figure with expressive scenes that hint at transformation and performance. The bold color palette, layered imagery, and striking typography reflect the distinctive style of European film advertising of the period, where posters were crafted to captivate audiences with both artistry and drama. Marked for exhibition at the Casino de Clichy, this piece carries strong historical and cultural significance, illustrating the international reach of American cinema and its adaptation for European audiences. As an authentic example from the pre-digital poster era, this work offers both visual impact and collectible value. A rare and highly decorative piece, appealing to collectors of vintage cinema, French posters, and Golden Age Hollywood memorabilia. Framing available upon request.