L’excellent,Consomme De Viande De Bœuf (1895)

Created by Georges Meunier in 1895, this vibrant and captivating poster, titled "L’excellent, Consommé De Viande De Bœuf," plays a fascinating role in the art of advertising during the late 19th century. Explicitly meant to promote a beef broth, this artwork is bright, engaging, and wholly Parisian in style.The painting features an exuberant woman dressed in an eye-catching red dress with a white blouse, adorned with black and white lace. Her cheerful demeanor and flourishing pose, as she holds a tray with a cup of beef broth, extend an open invitation to viewers to taste the excellent product. The woman’s attire and hairstyle reflect the fashion of the era, suggesting elegance and sophistication. A small container of the broth, possibly for sale, is displayed beside her, emphasizing the product’s availability.Set against a vivid yellow background that helps accentuate the figure and text, the poster makes use of bold lettering at the top stating “L’EXCELLENT.” Below, detailed text further advertises the product as the only fresh beef broth available daily at select dealers in Paris.