Designer: | Gilroy, John Thomas Young (1898-1985) |
Country: | UK |
Decade: | 1950 |
Year: | 1953 |
Dimensions: | 75.0 x 50.5 cm | 29.527559055 x 19.881889763700002 inches |
Condition: | Very good | | B + |
Linen backed | |
Publisher: | Guinness |
Printed by: | Sanders Phillips & Co., Ltd - London. |
Category: |
Food/Drink/Smoke |
Experience the delight of this original vintage poster, featuring the iconic zookeeper and bear immortalized by John Gilroy's talent and the famous tagline "My Goodness My Guinness." Founded in 1759 in Dublin, Ireland, the St. James's Gate Brewery is where it all began.
This charming poster captures the playful and humorous spirit of the Guinness brand, making it a unique and eye-catching addition to any collection. The cartoon-like image of the zookeeper and bear up a pole is an example of Gilroy's iconic style that has made him a renowned artist and illustrator. He signed many of his works simply as "Gilroy," and his advertising posters for Guinness are some of his most celebrated pieces.
The poster has been professionally mounted on acid-free barrier linen for preservation and is in excellent condition, with minimal wear. Its vivid colors and intricate details make it a beautiful and fascinating piece of art that will undoubtedly be the center of attention wherever it is displayed.
Whether you're a collector or a fan of the famous Guinness brand, this original vintage poster is a must-have.