About Paris — Edward Penfield poster-age elegance (1895)

A brimmed hat, a sweep of coat, and the promise of boulevards ahead. In 1895, American poster pioneer Edward Penfield captured Parisian allure with bold silhouette and pared-back colour—high-resolution linework that feels crisp and modern on any wall.

Why it captivates

• Poster-age clarity — clean shapes and confident typography read beautifully at scale.

• Parisian charm — travel, style, and city light distilled into a single figure.

• Timeless palette — warm creams, inky blacks, and accent reds that suit contemporary interiors.

• Design landmark — an icon of late-19th-century graphic design.

• Versatile mood — chic, upbeat energy for living rooms, studies, and hallways.

• Statement artwork — refined minimalism with instant impact.

What you’ll see

A poised figure en route—hat, overcoat, and guide in hand—set against a calm ground; economical lettering and balanced layout; subtle textures from the original poster process. Up close: crisp edges and tidy type. From a step back: an elegant, city-bound silhouette.

A richer historical frame

Working at the dawn of American poster design, Edward Penfield fused European poster sensibilities with a distinctly modern simplicity. Pieces like About Paris helped define the visual language of travel and culture at the fin de siècle—bold, legible, and irresistibly stylish.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

523 × 841 mm (approx. 20.59 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.622 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 portrait (594 × 841 mm) with a custom mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic: cut the mat window to ~519 × 837 mm to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.

  • Contemporary: float-mount in an A1 frame for a tall, elegant reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Poster-art lovers and design enthusiasts

• Francophiles & travellers drawn to Parisian style

• Collectors & stylists curating chic, modern interiors

• Gift-givers celebrating new homes, studies, and milestones

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let Penfield’s chic Paris set the tone—order your fine-art print of About Paris (1895) today.