Description: Wood Marquetry Recreation of a 1931 French Recruitment Poster for Colonial Troops Original poster by Jacques Sogno-bezza This is a meticulously hand-crafted recreation in of a now-famous 1931 French military poster recruiting for the Colonial Troops, who served in Africa and Indo-China. Many people confuse wood marquetry with wood inlay -- this piece is an example of marquetry. TRANSLATION The text on the poster and its translation into English is provided below: French / (English) Engagez-vous -- Rengagez-vous / (Join -- Rejoin)dan les / (in the)Troupes / (Troops)Coloniales / (Colonial) DIMENSIONS (approximate) H 17.5 inchesW 13.5 inchesD 0.75 inches CONDITIONExcellent condition with no chips, dents, or scratches.A few of the wood pieces have a crack in their grains -- notably the hat's brim (middle portion) and the sand behind the man. CUSTOMER SERVICEI am happy to combine shipping with other items in my store.Your piece will be packed carefully and securely. (Engineers are involved!)Your shipment will be fully insured.
Price: 125 USD
Location: Ypsilanti, Michigan
End Time: 2025-01-12T01:11:37.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Artist: after Jacques Sogno-bezza
Size: Small
Title: Engagez-Vous Rengagez-Vous dan les Troupes Coloniales
Material: wood veneer
Subject: France, Military
Personalize: Yes
Type: Wood Marquetry
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Width (Inches): 13.5 inches
Item Height: 17.5 inches
Height (Inches): 17.5 inches
Painting Surface: Wood
Style: Illustration Art
Theme: Conflicts & Wars, History, Militaria
Production Technique: Marquetry
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 13.5 inches
