Basque Rugby 1950s Poster - Cédric des Lauriers

Cobalt blue and terracotta stripes draw the eye; a diagonal line of players crosses the image, the black silhouette of an arched grandstand in the background.

Bayonne is at the heart of this scene. You can make out the grandstand type of the Stade Jean-Dauger and the cathedral on the hill that closes the composition. Local lore has it that Basque grandstands long inspired rugby posters, serving as backdrop and visual anchor. The poster is by Cédric des Lauriers. The sans-serif uppercase typography recalls the tradition of French 20th-century sports posters.

Printed on fine art paper 275 g/m², matte museum-quality finish, FSC-certified. Available in multiple sizes with optional wood frame (oak, black or white). EU delivery.

Hang above a console or in a long corridor against a light wall so the colours can breathe.

• Fine art paper 275 g/m²
• Matte finish, museum quality
• Sizes 30x40 to 70x100, optional frame (oak, black, white)

This poster belongs to the Sport collection. In the same spirit, see Cyclist and Eiffel Tower Poster . Cédric des Lauriers. Also read, Roland-Garros, a century of posters.