Ayuniamiento de Barcelona. 1896.

Artist: ALEJANDRO DE RIQUER (1856-1920)
Size: 59 x 36 1/2 in./150 x 93 cm
Condition: A-/ Slight tears, largely at edges.
Printer: J. Thomas, Barcelona
Reference: Ref: Maitres, 64; Reims, 1536; Phillips II, 577; Cataluña, 25; Cartells Catalans, 278; Riquer, p. 98; PAI-XII, 384
Key Words: Art Nouveau; Spain; Exhibitions

Ayuniamiento de Barcelona. 1896.
De Riquer was the earliest Spanish posterist of note, and, as can be seen from this design for an 1896 exhibition of arts and crafts, he was right up there with contemporary Art Nouveau pioneers, particularly Mucha and Livemont. He studied and traveled extensively in Europe, absorbed the influence of William Morris in England, and became quite versatile at various forms of design in many media. He produced illustrations, prints, ex-libris, and several murals. His posters continue to guide succeeding generations of Spanish graphic artists. This is a two-sheet design.