Deauville Saison De Polo Poster – Vintage Equestrian Poster – Horse Wall Art – Michel Jacquot 1938

Deauville Saison De Polo Poster – Vintage Equestrian Poster – Horse Wall Art – Michel Jacquot 1938 This fabulous Deauville Saison De Polo Poster was originally created in 1938 to promote polo events held in the Normandy seaside town. Deauville is known by millions of visitors as a charming seaside town situated in Normandy, France. It is equally famous for its long-standing tradition of equestrian sports and is widely considered the French home of horses and polo. In fact, the town’s history with horses dates back to the 19th century, when it was known as a horse racing destination. Over time, it has expanded its equestrian activities to include polo, making it one of the leading equestrian destinations in Europe. The vintage polo poster was created in 1938 to promote the annual Deauville Saison De Polo. The event is an important date in the equestrian calendar and is a highly-anticipated gathering that attracts top polo players and enthusiasts from around the world. The dynamic, bold and colourful image captures the action of a polo match in full flow. Jacquot’s illustration showcases a polo player wearing a number 3 top and swinging his polo mallet on a horse in the foreground. The player’s stance and movements exude power and skill, capturing the essence of the game. The use of vibrant colours adds to the poster’s appeal, making it stand out and draw attention. In the background, an orange sky provides a beautiful and striking contrast to the green grass and the player’s attire. The poster’s composition and design are impressive, with the other players and horses visible in the background, creating a sense of depth and movement. The image is complemented by bold lettering below, announcing the Deauville Saison De Polo. The lettering is concise, yet eye-catching, conveying the essential information without overpowering the image. The poster’s artistic elements convey the excitement, power, and elegance of polo, appealing to both polo enthusiasts and those who appreciate beautiful design. Polo matches in Deauville Polo is a sport with a lengthy history. Its beginnings are believed to go back to the height of the Persian Empire over 2,500 years ago. The sport is believed to have been created by Persian cavalry officers. As its popularity grew the sport made its way to India and southern Europe, before reaching England around 1876 – making it the oldest equestrian sport still practised today. The first polo matches played in Deauville date back to 1880 and were, as today, played on a pitch in the centre of the Hippodrome de la Touques racetrack, making it the first place in France to hold a polo match. This led to the establishment of the Deauville International Polo Club in 1907. The club has since become a revered institution in the equestrian world and attracts top polo professionals from around the world. The Deauville Polo Club is situated at the heart of the Deauville-La Touques racecourse, which adds to the charm and beauty of the place. The Barrière Polo Cup, which is held annually in August, is one of the most prestigious equestrian events in Europe. It features several tournaments, and the Gold Cup is the most prominent among them. The tournament has seen the participation of some of the greatest polo players in the world, and it is a spectacle that is not to be missed. The tournament has been in existence since 1950, and it is the only French tournament that has managed to attract top players from around the world. Over the years, the Deauville-La Touques racecourse has witnessed the participation of renowned polo gods with their exceptional horses. The tournament’s list of achievements includes the names of all the greatest players of the last few decades. The Barrière Deauville Polo Cup is not only the sole French tournament but also one of the three major European tournaments to have hosted the greatest players of the last few decades. Deauville’s passion for equestrian sports extends beyond polo. Horse racing still remains a popular sport in the town, and it attracts horse racing enthusiasts from around the world. The Deauville-La Touques racecourse has several important horse racing events throughout the year, including the prestigious Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe. Deauville’s love affair with horses and equestrian sports has spanned over a century, and it shows no signs of abating. The town’s equestrian heritage has not only made it a popular tourist destination but has also contributed to the region’s economy. The Barrière Deauville Polo Cup is a testament to the town’s passion for equestrian sports, and it is an event that should be on every polo lover’s bucket list. Deauville: The Epitome of Glamour and Luxury Nestled on the Côte Fleurie of France’s Normandy region, Deauville is a seaside resort that exudes sophistication, charm, and celebrity appeal. For decades, it has been a popular destination for the rich and famous, attracting tourists from all corners of the globe. With its grand casino, golf courses, horse races, and the famous American Film Festival, Deauville is a vacationer’s paradise. One of the most iconic attractions in Deauville is its boardwalk, Les Planches. Adorned with multi-coloured parasols and bathing cabins, the boardwalk dates back to the 1920s and is a testament to the town’s rich history. It is a must-visit spot for tourists who want to experience the glamour and luxury that Deauville is known for. The boardwalk has also been the location for some famous movies, including “A Man and a Woman,” which won the Palme d’Or at the 1966 Cannes Film Festival. Deauville’s beach is another popular attraction for tourists. The wide, sandy beach is backed by Les Planches, making it an ideal spot for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. During the summer months, the beach is bustling with activity, and visitors can soak up the sun while sipping on cocktails and enjoying the view. Aside from its natural beauty and iconic attractions, Deauville is also known for its architecture. The town has chic boutiques, elegant belle epoque villas, and half-timbered buildings that add to its charm and character. Walking around the town’s streets, visitors will feel as if they have been transported back in time, to an era of glamour, style, and elegance. Deauville’s American Film Festival is another major attraction that draws in crowds from all over the world. Since its inception in 1975, the festival has become one of the most prestigious film festivals in Europe, with famous actors, directors, and producers attending every year. The festival takes place in September and is a great opportunity for movie buffs to watch some of the best films of the year. In conclusion, Deauville is a town that offers something for everyone. Whether you are a fan of movies or architecture, or just want to soak up the sun on a beautiful beach, Deauville is the perfect destination. Its celebrity appeal, glamour, and luxury make it one of the most sought-after vacation spots in France, and it’s easy to see why. From its boardwalk to its beach, from its architecture to its film festival, Deauville is a town that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who visits it. Other Deauville Posters Deauville has a long association with horse racing. Deauville’s first racecourse, the Hippodrome Deauville-La Touques, originally called Hippodrome de la Touques was constructed in 1862 by Charles Auguste Louis Joseph, duc de Morny, the half-brother of Napoleon III. The racetrack in the Calvados department of Normandy, France is well-known for its thoroughbred flat racing. A second racetrack, the Deauville-Clairefontaine racecourse, was inaugurated in the town in 1928. Deauville-Clairfontaine holds races in the three disciplines of trotting, flat racing and jumping (hurdles and steeplechase). Deauville is also considered to be the main horse breeding region in France and home to many stud farms. Over the decades this association with horses has been reflected in many vintage travel posters, horse racing and horse show events. Some of the best that immediately spring to mind include the stunning 1930 Deauville poster created by Pierre Commarmond. It’s an art deco classic featuring a white silhouette of a horse and jockey talking to a young woman with a dog set against a sky-blue background and sea.  In the distance below the dog, the white sails of sailing boats sit on the ocean. At the top of the page is a small aeroplane, the method of transport to get from London to Deauville in 60 minutes by air. Another is the superb 1948 poster created by Michel Jacquet which advertises the 1948 Deauville Concours Hippique. It features a beautiful image of a young equestrian woman dressed in a traditional black polo outfit riding side-saddle on her white steed. The image is enhanced by the green turf on the pitch and the tall trees that line the edge of the racetrack at Deauville – La Touques. Another classic poster by the same artist is Jacquet’s beautiful, bold and dramatic rendering of a polo match in progress. The poster is titled Deauville Saison de Polo and depicts the two teams of four riders competing on horseback. It’s hard to single out a fourth but we’ve selected one that is more Deauville sea-side related rather than horses. It’s a poster created by the French artist Roger de Valerio in 1935 for the Chemins de Fer de L’Etat or the French State Railways. Rather than a particular image Valerio has created an ariel map of the entire French seaside resort including the seafront, beach, promenade, recreational area, port, harbour and its two famous racecourses with the Église Saint-Augustin de Deauville in between. How much is an original 1938 Michel Jacquot Deauville Saison De Polo Poster worth? £4,500.