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About the Artist
George Barbier was one of the defining French illustrators of the Art Deco era, celebrated for his fashion imagery, theater collaborations, and refined graphic elegance. Working in Paris during the 1910s and 1920s, he helped shape the visual language of modern luxury, blending classical poise with contemporary rhythm.
Collectors value Barbier for works that bridge fine art and design, making his prints enduring icons of early twentieth-century style. Discover more influential creators in our famous artists collection.
The Artwork
Created in 1924, Au Polo captures the spirit of interwar leisure and the allure of elite pastimes. During this period, polo was more than a sport—it symbolized international sophistication and a carefully curated social identity. Barbier’s illustration reflects the fascination with spectacle and the aspirational glamour of 1920s society, offering a glimpse into a world where fashion and recreation intertwined.
This work was part of a broader movement in which artists chronicled the rituals of high society, providing viewers with an escape into the cultivated modern life of the era. It stands as a testament to the Art Deco fascination with elegance, performance, and the art of being seen.
Style & Characteristics
The composition features crisp contours and flattened shapes, hallmarks of Barbier’s Art Deco style, where design precision is as important as narrative. Figures and horses are arranged with a stage-like balance, lending the image a poised, almost theatrical stillness.
A sophisticated palette of blues and pinks is set against white highlights, earthy browns, and touches of green, creating a harmonious contrast that feels both lively and restrained. This fine art print has a sleek, decorative finish that pairs beautifully with other classic art prints in a curated setting.
In Interior Design
This vintage poster brings cosmopolitan polish to living rooms, dressing areas, or offices. Its tall format suits narrow walls and layered salon-style arrangements, making it ideal for a vintage fashion display.
Pair it with brass, lacquer, dark wood, or cream textiles to echo its period elegance, or let it sharpen a minimalist space with a single Art Deco statement. For more options in similar proportions, browse our vertical posters collection to create a balanced, design-forward gallery wall.