Michelin — Bibendum Night Drive
Michelin — Bibendum Night Drive
A cinematic vision of early motoring, this vintage Michelin advertising poster captures Bibendum at the wheel of an automobile beneath a deep blue night sky.
Seen from behind the car, the composition is dominated by a brilliant red spare wheel, while the unmistakable Michelin Man rises from the driver’s seat, cigar in hand, pointing towards the road ahead. The surrounding darkness, glowing colour and dramatic perspective give the artwork an atmosphere closer to a film still than a conventional advertisement.
The image preserves one of the most fascinating early interpretations of Bibendum. In his original advertising appearances, the Michelin Man was portrayed as a sophisticated motorist, complete with spectacles and cigar—details associated with the affluent early automobile culture of the period.
Rich petrol blue, turquoise, deep black and vivid red give the poster an unusually sophisticated palette. It is a striking piece of automotive graphic design for collectors of vintage advertising, classic motoring culture and distinctive early commercial art.
Professionally restored from the original vintage artwork, the image retains the subtle texture, tonal depth and character of the historic print while being carefully prepared for high-quality reproduction. Every artwork at Editoriale is presented with a 100% close-up preview, allowing you to examine the image detail before choosing your print.
Details
• Museum-quality archival matte paper
• Professionally restored vintage artwork
• Archival printing for lasting colour and clarity
• Frame not included
• Available in multiple sizes
• Carefully rolled and wrapped in a protective sleeve and thin protective paper before being placed in sturdy recyclable packaging
• Full-size 100% close-up preview provided for transparency before purchase
Every Editoriale poster is made to order and professionally printed using high-quality archival materials.
Production time
• United States: 2–5 business days
• International: approximately 2–7 business days
Estimated shipping time after dispatch
• United States: 1–8 business days
• International: 5–20 business days
Production and shipping times are calculated separately and may be longer during holidays or carrier delays.
Tracking details will be emailed when available. Posters are carefully rolled, protected with a sleeve and thin protective paper, and shipped in sturdy recyclable packaging. Multiple items may arrive in separate parcels.
Please check your delivery address carefully before ordering, as changes may not be possible once production begins. International orders may be subject to customs duties, VAT or import fees.
If your order arrives damaged, please contact us within 7 days with your order number and clear photos of the item, packaging and shipping label.