Casino of Paris vintage advertising poster 1904 by Georges Redon.

Georges Redon (1869–1943) was a French illustrator, painter, and humorist celebrated for his lively posters and satirical drawings during the Belle Époque. Working in the golden age of French poster art, Redon created vibrant compositions often infused with wit and charm. His works appeared in both commercial and theatrical contexts, capturing the exuberant spirit of early 20th-century Parisian life with expressive characters and bold graphic clarity.

His 1904 advertising poster for the Casino de Paris showcases the venue’s dazzling allure through a richly colored, theatrical scene. A central female performer, with a high-energy pose, embodies the cabaret’s glamorous appeal. With flourishes of Art Nouveau styling, the poster conveys a sense of spectacle and modernity, enticing Parisians and visitors alike into one of the city’s most iconic entertainment halls.

The poster exudes a sensual ultra-femininity, designed to promote an evening of music, poetry, and spectacle at the Casino de Paris. At its center is Liane de Pougy, the celebrated Folies-Bergère dancer whose beauty and notoriety made her one of the most talked-about courtesans of the Belle Époque. Born Anne-Marie Chassaigne and raised in a convent, Pougy transformed herself into a dazzling demimondaine, rivaling the fame of the legendary La Belle Otero. Both muse and scandal, she embodied the era’s fascination with glamour, desire, and decadence.