Vicomte de Moulliac poster – Vintage Champagne Poster
Champagne is synonymous with celebration, and few vintage posters capture that effervescent spirit quite like the iconic Vicomte de Moulliac poster. This masterpiece of marketing is more than just a great picture; it’s a comedic tableau, a visual toast to the joy of popping corks and raising a glass.
At the center of this playful scene is our protagonist, a dapper gentleman in a white tie and tails. Judging by his flailing limbs and windblown expression, he’s just been caught completely off guard. The culprit? A mischievous champagne cork, erupting from a magnum bottle of Vicomte de Moulliac with enough force to send our hero sprawling, his top hat sailing through the air. The genius of the Vicomte de Moulliac poster lies in its perfect balance of elegance and slapstick humor.
Though discombobulated, the tuxedoed gentleman retains a touch of aristocratic nonchalance. The dark green bottle and his charcoal suit stand out against the poster’s vibrant, sunshine-yellow background, creating a striking visual hierarchy. Even the flying top hat, a symbol of upper-class decorum, adds a touch of whimsical absurdity to this classic Vicomte de Moulliac poster.
But the true magic of the Vicomte de Moulliac poster lies in the details. Look closely at the gentleman’s face, and you’ll see a hint of surprise, yes, but also a spark of amusement. He seems to be enjoying the unexpected ride, carried away by the sheer exuberance of the moment. This isn’t a disaster; it’s a delightful escapade, a champagne-fueled adventure for the well-heeled, all captured in the timeless Vicomte de Moulliac poster.
The typography adds another layer of charm. The word “Champagne” in the top left corner dances in a bold, art deco font, echoing the era’s optimism and joie de vivre. And at the bottom, the brand name “Vicomte de Moulliac” emerges in a confident red, promising a taste of luxury and sophistication even amidst the playful chaos.
This Vicomte de Moulliac poster isn’t just about selling champagne; it’s about selling an experience. It’s an invitation to a world where laughter erupts like bubbles, and formality takes a playful backseat to uninhibited enjoyment. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best moments are the ones that catch us off guard—the ones that send our top hats flying and leave us grinning with surprise and delight.
So, raise a glass not just to Vicomte de Moulliac, but to the effervescent spirit of celebration captured in this timeless poster. May this remarkable Vicomte de Moulliac poster continue to remind us that life, like champagne, is best enjoyed with a touch of whimsy and a whole lot of laughter.
Champagne cork explodes from Vicomte de Moulliac’s bottle.
According to the Maisons-Champagne website, ‘the pressure inside a Champagne bottle can launch a cork at a speed of 13 meters per second. Apparently that is fast enough to hit the eye from a distance of one metre in less than one tenth of a second… slightly faster than the full 1/10 of a second it takes for the human eye to blink in defense.
Whilst writer Oliver Styles on the Decanter website explains that a German scientist, Friedrich Balck, of Clausethal Technical University in northwest Germany, has established that a vigorously shaken bottle of Champagne, with a pressure of 2.5 bars, expelled its cork at an astonishing 40kmph or 24.8mph.
How much is an original Vicomte de Moulliac poster worth?
Our striking and vibrant reproduction advertising Vicomte de Moulliac poster print was created by an unknown artist in the early twentieth century to promote the Vicomte De Moulliac brand of Champagne. At the time of listing (2021) we found one original copy of this vintage champagne poster listed on an online vintage poster store with an asking price of $3,450.
Vintage wines, beers and spirits posters perfect for your home bar, office, kitchen…
Since the end of the nineteenth century, thousands of alcohol-related posters have been published. We are constantly adding new ones to our website, but we’ve selected ten of our personal favorites from our Food & Drink poster collection for you to look at. Despite the numbering, these appear in no particular order. You know the old adage, you can’t choose between your babies, you love them all equally. Well, that’s how we feel about these vintage alcohol prints.
- Monastine Liqueur de l’Abbaye de St Gratien – Eugene Oge – 1892
- Absinthe Robette – Privat-Livemont – 1896
- Maurin Quina – Leonetto Cappiello
- Anis Infernal – Leonetto Cappiello – 1905
- Porto Ramos-Pinto poster – Rene Vincent – 1920
- Martini Torino – Marcello Dudovich 1930
- Berger 45 Type Marseillais poster – Roland Ansieau – 1935
- My Goodness My Guinness Lion Poster – Gilroy – 1937
- De Venoge Champagne poster – Robert Falcucci – 1939
- Kinagin, le Vermouth au Quina et au Gin – EP – 1941
We offer a captivating collection of reproduction beers, wines & spirits vintage posters—guaranteed to make you merry without you touching a drop. If you’re looking for a poster to brighten up your social evenings, these prints will make your home bar complete.
All our posters are available in a range of sizes, from shot glass size (small A5) to pitcher (large A1), which means there’s a perfect fit for any space. The colours are vibrant and truly stand out, as they are printed on thick, high-quality 300gsm silk paper. They make a perfect statement and are sure to impress all your friends!
Pop this print on your wall to add an explosion of colour to your home and a taste of bubbly Champagne chic to your decor. Place your order for a drinks poster today and say “cheers” to a stylish new addition.
