1955 Print Audax Vacuum Cleaner Fore Advertising French Butler Pun VEN7

This is an original 1955 black and white halftone print of an advertisement for Audax vacuum cleaners. Their slogan was "aspire à bien vous servir", a pun on the word "aspire" as it not only translates into "aspires to serve you well", but also "sucks to serve you well" in reference to the sucking motion of their appliances.

CONDITION

This 56+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 11 inches; 20 x 28 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by Foré. There is no visible artist signature.

Keywords specific to this image: household, joke, France

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