Lovers Embrace Vintage Perrier Poster by Bernard Villemot (1980)

Bernard Villemot (1911-1989) is regarded as one of the finest post-war French graphic artists. He was known primarily for his iconic advertising images for Orangina, Bally, Perrier and Air France. Greatly influenced by the Bauhaus Villemot had a sharp artistic vision and for a unique ability to distil an advertising message to a memorable image with simple, elegant lines and bold colours.

In this iconic poster for Perrier two lovers embrace on a tranquil beach, while Bernard Villemot skillfully employs composition, forms, and colors to create a visually stunning work of art. The presence of shadows on the couple and the Perrier bottle adds a lifelike dimension, evoking the feeling of a serene day at the beach.

This poster not only serves as a nostalgic reminder of Perrier's timeless allure but also stands as a testament to Bernard Villemot's extraordinary talent and artistic vision.

🖨 PAPER

• PREMIUM MATTE ART PAPER — Smooth, heavyweight matte paper designed to showcase artwork with rich colour and exceptional detail.

• NON-REFLECTIVE FINISH — Eliminates glare and reflections, allowing the image to be viewed beautifully from any angle.

🪵 FRAMES

• 30MM GALLERY-QUALITY WOOD FRAME — Clean, modern profile crafted to complement both contemporary and classic interiors.

🖼 MOUNTED PRINTS

• PRECISION MOUNTED — Prints are professionally mounted to keep them perfectly flat and wrinkle-free inside the frame.

🎨 MAT BOARDS

• ACID-FREE, COLOURFAST WHITE MAT — Museum-style mat board with a crisp gallery finish.

• ADDS DEPTH & PROTECTION — Creates elegant spacing between the artwork and glass while protecting the print over time.

🔍 GLASS

• 2MM SCRATCH-RESISTANT GLASS — Crystal-clear glazing that preserves true colour and protects the artwork.

• EASY TO CLEAN — Compatible with standard glass cleaners.

🔧 BACK & HANGING

• ACID-FREE FOAM BACKING — Helps prevent yellowing, moisture damage and mould.

• PROFESSIONAL WIRE HANGING SYSTEM — Balanced, durable and easy to reposition.

🎨 Customised Framing

• Custom sizes available on request

• Custom frame colours available

• Contact support@roguesgallery.co.nz for details

↩️ Returns

• 30-day returns accepted if the art is undamaged

• Option to exchange or receive store credit

• To start a return, contact support@roguesgallery.co.nz