Saxoléine,Pétrole De Sûreté — History & Facts
In Saxoléine, Pétrole De Sûreté, Jules Chéret employs a vibrant color palette dominated by yellows, reds, and greens. The composition features a dynamic figure of a woman, elegantly dressed, who holds a bottle of Saxoléine oil. Surrounding her are decorative floral motifs that enhance the overall aesthetic of the piece.
The setting is lively and engaging, typical of Chéret's promotional posters. The artwork is a lithograph, a medium that allows for rich color application and fine detail. Chéret's use of line is fluid, creating movement and energy in the design. The poster measures approximately 60 x 90 cm, making it a striking visual piece.
The text is integrated seamlessly into the composition, emphasizing the product being advertised. Jules Chéret was a prominent figure in the Art Nouveau movement, known for his innovative poster designs. This work, created in the 1890s, exemplifies his ability to combine art with commercial advertising. Interestingly, Chéret's posters were instrumental in shaping the visual culture of Paris during this period.
His style influenced many artists and laid the groundwork for modern graphic design.
More Artworks by Jules Chéret

Portrait of a Lady
Jules Chéret

Portrait of Louis Vauxcelles
Jules Chéret

Palais de glace Champs-Élysées
Jules Chéret

Papier à Cigarettes Job Hors Concours Coulisses de l’Opéra au Musée Grévin Spécimens d’affiches de l’Imprimerie Chaix
Jules Chéret

Aux filles du calvaire. Costume 49 f, enfant 6 f 90, visite 39 f. Exposition des nouveautés d’été
Jules Chéret

Tous les soirs à 8h 1,2 Maquettes animées. Alcazar d’hiver
Jules Chéret

Tous les soirs à 9 heures, Musée Grévin. Au Dahomey. Ombres de Louis Morin, musique de Gaston Paulin
Jules Chéret

Cacao Lhara. F. Mugnier. Distillateur à Dijon. Médaille d’or exposition universelle de
Jules Chéret

Reclamebiljet voor Le Figaro
Jules Chéret

Carnaval 1896. Grand Veglione De Gala
Jules Chéret






