{"product_id":"michelin-bibendum-night-drive-vintage-poster","title":"Michelin — Bibendum Night Drive","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"682\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA cinematic vision of early motoring, this vintage Michelin advertising poster captures Bibendum at the wheel of an automobile beneath a deep blue night sky.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eSeen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eThe 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. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eRich 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003eProfessionally 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-section-id=\"1dr5t50\" data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003e• Museum-quality archival matte paper\u003cbr data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003e• Professionally restored vintage artwork\u003cbr data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e• Archival printing for lasting colour and clarity\u003cbr data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003e• Frame not included\u003cbr data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e• Available in multiple sizes\u003cbr data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e• Carefully rolled and wrapped in a protective sleeve and thin protective paper before being placed in sturdy recyclable packaging\u003cbr data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2323\"\u003e• Full-size 100% close-up preview provided for transparency before purchase\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"editoriale","offers":[{"title":"12x18 inches","offer_id":56257156284789,"sku":"9034654","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20x30 inches","offer_id":57339913896309,"sku":"3659668","price":93.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24x36 inches","offer_id":56257156317557,"sku":"4613975","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/9034\/8405\/files\/michelin-bibendum-night-drive-vintage-poster.jpg?v=1783180154","url":"https:\/\/editorialeposters.com\/products\/michelin-bibendum-night-drive-vintage-poster","provider":"editoriale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}